Code of Ethics | Procurement Services | SIU

Procurement Services professionals must have a highly developed sense of professional ethics to protect Southern Illinois University reputation for fair dealing.

1. Give first consideration to the objectives and policies of Southern Illinois University.

2. Strive to obtain the maximum value for each dollar of expenditure.

3. Decline personal gifts or gratuities.

4. Grant all competitive suppliers equal consideration insofar as state or federal statute and Southern Illinois University institutional policy permit.

5. Conduct business with potential and current suppliers in an atmosphere of good faith, devoid of intentional misrepresentation.

6. Demand honesty in sales representation whether offered through the medium of a verbal or written statement, an advertisement, or a sample of the product.

7. Receive consent of originator of proprietary ideas and designs before using them for competitive purchasing purposes.

8. Make every reasonable effort to negotiate an equitable and mutually agreeable settlement of any controversy with a supplier; and/or be willing to submit any major controversies to arbitration or other third party review, insofar as the established policies of Southern Illinois University permit.

9. Accord a prompt and courteous reception insofar as conditions permit to all who call on legitimate business missions.

10. Cooperate with trade, industrial and professional associations, and with governmental and private agencies for the purposes of promoting and developing sound business methods.

11. Foster fair, ethical and legal trade practices.

12. Counsel and cooperate with the National Association of Educational Buyers (NAEB) members and promote a spirit of unity and a keen interest in professional growth among them.