1_Policies Procedures Ltr.pdf

This is a Memorandum for Prospective Proposer issued by the Department of the Air Force, 374th Airlift Wing, from the 374th Contracting Squadron (374 CONS/CC).

The memorandum establishes policies and procedures for conducting business with the U.S. Government. Key provisions include: (1) purchases are made through competitive solicitation from qualified sources to ensure full and free competition, and collusion between vendors that restricts competition or restrains free trade violates U.S. government purchasing policies; (2) firms that restrict full and free competition will have their proposals rejected and be barred from future participation; (3) all U.S. government personnel engaged in purchasing must conduct business dealings above reproach, and all contracts contain a "gratuities" clause prohibiting contractors from offering entertainment, gifts, or other gratuities to government officers or employees in connection with contract award, amendment, or performance determinations—violations of this provision are illegal; and (4) contractors must report any irregularities encountered during business dealings with the U.S. government to the contracting officer. The memorandum is signed by Scott A. Schneider, Lieutenant Colonel, USAF, Commander of the 374th Contracting Squadron.