Common use of Ethical Behaviour Clause in Contracts

Ethical Behaviour. Suppliers and their Sub-Contractors act on behalf of government and interact with citizens, public sector/third sector organisations and the private sector These interactions must therefore meet the highest standards of ethical and professional behaviour that upholds the reputation of government. Arrangements and relationships entered into, whether with or on behalf of the Authority, must be free from bias, conflict of interest or the undue influence of others. Particular care must be taken by staff who are directly involved in the management of a programme, procurement, contract or relationship with the Authority, where key stages may be susceptible to undue influence. In addition, Suppliers and their Sub- Contractors must not attempt to influence an Authority member of staff to manipulate programme monitoring and management to cover up poor performance. Suppliers and their Sub-Contractors must declare to the Authority any instances where it is intended that any direct or delivery chain staff members will work on Authority funded business where those staff members have any known conflict of interest or where those staff members have been employed by the Crown in the preceding two years. Suppliers and their Sub-Contractors must provide proof of compliance with the HMG approval requirements under the Business Appointment Rules.

Ethical Behaviour. Suppliers and their Sub-Contractors act on behalf of government and interact with citizens, public sector/third sector organisations and the private sector These interactions must therefore meet the highest standards of ethical and professional behaviour that upholds the reputation of government. WITHDRAWN Arrangements and relationships entered into, whether with or on behalf of the Authority, must be free from bias, conflict of interest or the undue influence of others. Particular care must be taken by staff who are directly involved in the management of a programme, procurement, contract or relationship with the Authority, where key stages may be susceptible to undue influence. In addition, Suppliers and their Sub- Contractors must not attempt to influence an Authority member of staff to manipulate programme monitoring and management to cover up poor performance. Suppliers and their Sub-Contractors must declare to the Authority any instances where it is intended that any direct or delivery chain staff members will work on Authority funded business where those staff members have any known conflict of interest or where those staff members have been employed by the Crown in the preceding two years. Suppliers and their Sub-Contractors must provide proof of compliance with the HMG approval requirements under the Business Appointment Rules.