Government Contracting

Detailed laws and regulations govern virtually every aspect of doing business with the U.S. government and its agencies. Activities that might be permitted when working with the private sector may be improper or even illegal when a national or local government is the customer.

You must adhere to the highest standards of honesty and integrity in your relations with government officials and employees. You should observe the following principles when bidding or performing government contracts:

• Do not offer or provide meals, transportation, gifts or other consideration to government employees except as permitted under applicable law and Company policy
• Obey the regulations governing current and post-government employee conflicts of interests. Obtain all appropriate government approvals prior to recruiting or hiring current or former government employees
• Obtain appropriate licenses prior to exporting or even discussing certain technologies with citizens of other countries
• Obey any requirements that may restrict access to source selection or competitive information
• Do not misstate or omit any information, and make sure that all statements, communications, and representations are truthful, accurate and complete, when dealing with government agencies
• Ensure that all work time is recorded properly and promptly so all costs are charged to appropriate accounts

National employees who deal with government representatives are responsible for knowing and obeying the laws and regulations applicable to doing business with the U.S. government, as well as complying with all National specifications and policies regarding government business.