Doc. T08-028
Passed by the Board of Trustees on March 19, 2008
The University of Massachusetts will adhere to the highest ethical principles in its relationships with vendors and the procurement of any goods and services. These principles will assure that all goods and services are of the highest quality and value for the best competitive price possible. All such goods and services shall be procured in such a way that all qualified vendors have an equal opportunity to provide such goods and services.
The University and its vendors shall comply with all federal and state laws and regulations as well as University policies, procedures and guidelines relative to the confidentiality and privacy of University employees and students. All University employees are required to provide continuing assurances and be fully aware that any conflict of interest related to or appearance of a conflict with a vendor is unacceptable. The President of the University shall issue guidelines to implement this University policy.