Common use of Notification of and Response to Potential Conflict of Interest Clause in Contracts

Notification of and Response to Potential Conflict of Interest. If Contractor has any doubt as to whether a Person and/or Entity has an impermissible conflict of interest or potential unfair competitive advantage, it shall notify Owner’s Contracting Officer in writing and submit pertinent information to enable Owner to evaluate this situation. Owner, in its sole discretion, will make a determination relative to the potential conflict of interest or competitive advantage and the ability to mitigate such situation, which determination shall be final. General knowledge and experience gained from the performance of a contract with Owner which merely enhances a Person and/or Entity’s qualifications or reputation shall not be deemed to constitute such a conflict or competitive advantage.