Attachment E Exhibit 5 _ Contractor Conduct and Procurement Integrity.pdf
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This exhibit is a contractor conduct and procurement integrity principles clause establishing ethical standards for contractor behavior during federal procurements related to broker services and lease acquisition support.
The clause prohibits contractors and their employees, agents, or representatives from initiating unauthorized communications with Government personnel regarding active or anticipated procurements, solicitations, or source selections unless explicitly authorized by the Contracting Officer. Contractors are forbidden from offering anything of value, making suggestions, or attempting to influence Government personnel in ways that could violate the Procurement Integrity Act (41 U.S.C. §§ 2101–2107), FAR Subpart 3.104, or other applicable laws. The clause requires contractors to avoid any conduct creating the appearance of conflicts of interest or undermining Government personnel impartiality, in accordance with 5 C.F.R. Part 2635 and FAR Subpart 3.1. Violations may result in corrective actions including personnel removal, termination for default, or referral to oversight authorities such as the Office of Inspector General. By contract signature, contractors affirm understanding of and commitment to comply with all applicable procurement integrity, ethics, and anti-lobbying laws and regulations.
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Exhibit 5 – Contractor Conduct and Procurement Integrity Principles
Contractor Conduct During Active Procurements The Contractor shall not engage in any conduct that may be perceived as attempting to improperly influence federal procurement decisions. This includes, but is not limited to:
1. Prohibited Communications:
The Contractor, its employees, agents, or representatives shall not initiate or engage in discussions with Government personnel regarding active or anticipated procurements, solicitations, or source selections related to broker services or lease acquisition support, unless such communication is explicitly authorized by the Contracting Officer.
2. Improper Influence:
The Contractor shall not offer anything of value, make suggestions, or otherwise attempt to influence Government personnel in a manner that could be construed as a violation of the Procurement Integrity Act (41 U.S.C. §§ 2101–2107), FAR Subpart 3.104, or other applicable laws and regulations.
3. Appearance of Impropriety:
The Contractor shall avoid any conduct that may create the appearance of a conflict of interest or undermine the impartiality of Government personnel, in accordance with 5 C.F.R. Part 2635 and FAR Subpart 3.1.
4. Reporting and Compliance:
Any attempt by Contractor personnel to engage in prohibited conduct may result in corrective action, including but not limited to removal of personnel, termination for default, or referral to appropriate oversight authorities. The Government reserves the right to report suspected violations to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) or other enforcement bodies.
5. Acknowledgment of Responsibilities:
By signing this contract, the Contractor affirms its understanding of and commitment to comply with all applicable procurement integrity, ethics, and anti-lobbying laws and regulations.
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