2. Business w U.S. Government.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 document outlines policies and procedures that prospective contractors must follow when conducting business with the U.S. Government.

The memorandum establishes four primary policy areas. First, it requires that purchases be made through competitive solicitation from qualified sources to ensure full and free competition, and prohibits collusion or anti-competitive vendor behavior. Second, the Air Force will reject proposals from firms that restrict free competition and may debar such firms from future government business. Third, all U.S. government personnel engaged in purchasing must conduct business dealings above reproach, and all contracts contain gratuities clauses that prohibit contractors from offering entertainment, gifts, or other benefits to government personnel involved in contract awards, amendments, or performance determinations. Fourth, contractors must report any irregularities or unethical conduct encountered during business dealings with the U.S. Government to the 374th Contracting Squadron. The memorandum is signed by SCOTT A. SCHNEIDER, Lieutenant Colonel, USAF, Commander, 374th Contracting Squadron, and does not address specific products, services, response dates, or pricing terms.