The Chicago Board of Education is committed to ensuring that Board Members, Local School Council members, Officials and Employees act in the highest ethical manner in order to preserve the trust of residents and taxpayers. Furthermore, it is essential to set a good example for and act in the best interest of Chicago Public School students.
In addition to adherencence to the standard Code of Ethics policy, the Department of Procurement has a strict zero tolerance (meaning $0.00) gift policy from vendors for Department of Procurement employees. Furthermore, although certain gifts are permitted (as outlined below) for employees in other departments and schools at CPS, we strongly recommend not providing gifts or parties to any CPS employees.
As opposed to gifts or parties, we encourage all partners to continue to provide quality goods and services, but at reduced prices. Additionally, we encourage our partners challenge the way the do things. If you think there is a better, more efficient way to achieve the desirable outcome, please know the Department of Procurement is a safe and attentive place to bring up your ideas.
Thank you for all of your efforts in this regard.
Sebastien de Longeaux
Chief Procurement Officer