Robert J. Spidel letter to Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr, June 29, 1999

г DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY U.S. ARMY GARRISON, ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD 21005-5001 June 29, 1999 2201 ABERDEEN BOULEVARD Office of the Commander Honorable Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr. Representative in Congress 1407 York Road Suite 304 Lutherville. Maryland 21093 Dear Mr. Ehrlich: This is in response to your inquiry of June 22, 1999. regarding the Commercial Activities (CA) Study at Aberdeen Proving Ground. On June 21. 1999. I appointed an informal investigating officer to look into allegations that have been made regarding the possible breach of security during the CA Study. The investigation is ongoing at this time. I have directed that the investigating officer interview those who might have information regarding any breach of security in the CA process, including union representatives. If my investigating officer determines that there is any indication of an irregularity, we will request a formal investigation immediately. The appeal period for the CA Study ends on July 9, 1999. In the interest of ensuring an adequate opportunity to appeal, we have already afforded the maximum number of days allowed under penalty of regulatory procedures. Consequently, we are not at liberty to grant a further extension in this case. We appreciate your interest in ensuring the integrity of the CA Study and solicitation at APG. Please be assured that we will keep your staff fully informed of the results of our inquiry. Sincere!, г i/6 -d uu'4 Wd80: t 6661 '8 1 1 n p