Yale University Supplier Code of Conduct

As a valued supplier to Yale University, we ask that you uphold the following expectations to maintain a responsible and productive relationship:

• Compliance with Labor Laws: Suppliers must ensure that their labor practices align with both local and federal laws.
• Conflict of Interest: Suppliers should proactively avoid any conflicts of interest. If a conflict is unavoidable, it must be promptly reported to Yale Procurement.
• Anti-Corruption: Compliance with anti-corruption laws is essential. Suppliers should operate with integrity and transparency in all dealings.
• Import/Export Regulations: Suppliers are expected to fully adhere to all applicable import and export regulations.
• Fraud Prevention: We encourage suppliers to work with Yale to identify, report, and address any instances of fraud.
• Accurate Records: Suppliers should not make any false, misleading, or artificial entries in Yale’s systems, ensuring all records are accurate and truthful.
• Professionalism: We expect suppliers to treat all Yale employees, students, and community members with the utmost respect. Any form of harassment, abuse, or discrimination will not be tolerated.
• Respectful Workplace: Suppliers are expected to create a workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to share their unique perspectives.
• Environmental Responsibility: Suppliers must comply with all relevant state and local environmental laws and responsibly manage any hazardous substances.
• Supplier Gifts to Yale Employees: Suppliers are prohibited from offering gifts to Yale University employees or their immediate family members in the form of cash, gift certificates, vacations, or volunteered services. For more details, please refer to Purchasing Policy 3201 and Policy, available on the Yale website.

Thank you for your commitment to upholding Yale University’s standards and values.