⛔ Deactivate Service Provider

Endpoint: POST /api/admin/service-providers/{provider_id}/deactivate/
Auth Required: ✅ Yes (Admin / Super Admin Bearer Token)
Content-Type: application/json

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📌 Description

This endpoint allows administrators to deactivate an active service provider.

Deactivated providers are temporarily disabled and will no longer be available for selection in civic operations or payment processing, while their historical records remain intact for auditing.

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🎯 Purpose

• Temporarily suspend a service provider
• Prevent further engagement without deleting records
• Maintain provider history for governance and audits

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🔐 Authentication

Include a valid admin access token in the request header:

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🔗 Path Parameter

Parameter	Type	Required	Description
provider_id	UUID	✅	Unique service provider ID

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🧾 Request Body (Optional)

```json { "reason": "Contract period completed" }