1. Comply with rules, government regulations, and laws in their respective countries, as well as other appropriate private and public regulatory agencies.
   
   
2. Ensure compliance with all rules concerning interaction with clients and Government liaisons.
   
   
3. Protect sensitive information and comply with all legal requirements for the disclosure of information.
   
   
4. Avoid conflicts of interest, or the appearance of same, and disclose to their employer or client any circumstances that may influence their judgment and objectivity.
   
   
5. Ensure that a mutual understanding of the objectives, scope, work plan, and fee arrangements has been established before accepting any assignment.
   
   
6. Represent the proposal profession with integrity in their relationships with employers, clients, colleagues, and the general public.
   
   
7. When in doubt about how to resolve an ethical dilemma, confer with a person you trust—one who is not directly involved in the outcome.

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