US Code of Conduct for Government Contractors Training

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Course Summary

Working on federal contracts means holding yourself to a stricter ethics rulebook than commercial work. This Ethena course helps contractor teams understand the FAR code of conduct, meet their obligations, and act with integrity on every government contract.

Heightened ethics rules for federal contractors
Conflicts of interest and disclosure duties
Records, audits, and government oversight rights
How to report suspected violations

Included Modules:

Intro to Code of Conduct for Government Contractors

Introduces the heightened ethics rules that apply when you work on US federal contracts and why a written code of conduct is required under the FAR.

Your Ethical Obligations in Government Contracting

Explains the FAR contractor code of business ethics and conduct, including your duty to act with integrity, avoid fraud, and report misconduct.

FAR Conflicts of Interest Rules and Your Obligations

Covers organizational and personal conflicts of interest under FAR 9.5 and 3.11, including how to spot, disclose, and avoid biased or unfair advantages.

FAR Records Management Requirements Explained

Explains FAR requirements to create, retain, and protect contract records, including the retention periods that let the government audit your work.

What the FAR Requires on Audits, Bribery, and Restrictions

Covers FAR rules granting government audit rights and prohibiting bribery, kickbacks, and gratuities, plus restrictions on gifts and improper influence.

What to Do When You Suspect a Violation

Walks through the FAR mandatory disclosure rule requiring you to report credible evidence of fraud, conflicts, or violations to the agency Inspector General.

Why is this training important for workplaces?

Government contractors operate under rules most businesses never face, from conflict-of-interest and gift limits to truthful billing, anti-kickback requirements, and protecting controlled information. When employees don’t know where those lines are, an honest mistake can spiral into a False Claims Act case, suspension, or debarment that puts current and future contracts at risk. This training helps your people recognize the situations that trip up contractors and make the right call, so the organization stays eligible, audit-ready, and trusted by the agencies it serves.

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