Federal Register #2026-17659

FDA Final Debarment Order Against Rahim Shafa – No Procurement Involved

This notice from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announces a final debarment order against Rahim Shafa. - Government Buyer: - Department of Health and Human Services - Food and Drug Administration (FDA) - Action Details: - Rahim Shafa is permanently prohibited from providing services to any person with an approved or pending drug product application - Debarred for 20 years from importing or offering for import any drug into the United States - Basis for Action: - Felony convictions related to drug regulation and importation under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) - No procurement activity: - No products, OEMs, or vendors are mentioned - No goods or services are requested - Unique Requirements: - The debarment is both permanent (for services) and time-limited (20 years for importation) - Applies to all drug product applications and importation activities

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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing a final debarment order against Rahim Shafa, denying his request for a hearing. Dr. Shafa is permanently barred from providing services to any person with an approved or pending drug product application and is debarred for 20 years from importing or offering for import any drug into the United States. The order is based on felony convictions related to drug regulation and importation under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act). The debarment is effective August 31, 2026.

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