Aggravating factors may include which scenario?

• A. The contractor fully complied with the compliance plan
• B. The contractor failed to abate an alleged violation or enforced the requirements of the compliance plan when directed by the contracting officer
• C. The contractor had a TIP awareness program
• D. The contract was terminated for convenience

Answer: (B)

Aggravating factors in TIP contracting are actions by a contractor that worsen the risk of TIP violations or show intentional noncompliance, making sanctions more likely. The scenario where the contractor fails to abate an alleged violation or enforces the compliance plan despite a directive from the contracting officer demonstrates ongoing noncompliance and resistance to corrective action, signaling a higher risk to workers and justifying stronger enforcement. In contrast, having a TIP awareness program or fully complying with the compliance plan are positive indicators that reduce risk, and a contract terminated for convenience is a routine procurement action not directly tied to TIP enforcement.