Conflict of Interest
Conflict of Interest
Who Completes This Task: All Employees and Board Members
Process
SPPS employees shall not have a personal financial interest, directly or through a family member, including his or her partner, in a sale, lease or contract.
Conflict of Interest Examples
- Prizes received at a conference, when attending as an SPPS employee
- Free lunch at a vendor operated workshop or event
- Awarding a construction bid to a family member’s company
Criteria
Any employee, officer, or agent of the district with a personal stake in a purchase or agreement must not:
- Approve or recommend the contract, sale or lease
- Directly or indirectly influence the purchasing decision
- Be involved in the purchasing process
Documentation Required
- Conflict of Interest form, signed annually
Why This Is Important
- It’s the law (see CFR Part 200.318, 48 CFR 52.203-13, and Minn. Statutes 471.87)
- Employees and their families should not benefit from district purchases or contracts
Related Topics
Purchase Requisition for Services