All employees involved in the acquisition of goods and services—whether directly or indirectly—are expected to conduct themselves with integrity and professionalism.

Frederick Community College follows the ethical standards outlined in the National Association of Educational Procurement (NAEP) Code of Ethics, including:

• Prioritizing the objectives and policies of the College
• Seeking maximum value for each expenditure
• Declining personal gifts or gratuities
• Ensuring fair and equal consideration for all suppliers
• Conducting business in good faith, free from misrepresentation
• Expecting honesty in all vendor representations
• Respecting proprietary information and intellectual property
• Resolving supplier concerns in a fair and timely manner
• Providing courteous and professional engagement with vendors
• Promoting ethical, fair, and legal trade practices
• Supporting collaboration and professional development within the procurement community