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CIPS L4M5 Exam - Topic 12 Question 100 Discussion

A supplier has offered international football tickets to the procurement manager while they are in the middle of a contract negotiation. What should the procurement manager do?
C) Reject the offer as this may be seen as a conflict of interest during the negotiation
A) Accept the offer of the tickets as this will enhance the relationship between both parties
B) Accept the offer as this will not affect the relationship with the supplier
D) Reject the offer as the procurement manager will have to repay the gesture

CIPS L4M5 Exam - Topic 12 Question 100 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M5 exam
Question #: 100
Topic #: 12
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A supplier has offered international football tickets to the procurement manager while they are in the middle of a contract negotiation. What should the procurement manager do?

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Suggested Answer: C

Accepting gifts during a negotiation can createconflict of interestconcerns and may violate ethical standards. Best practice requires rejecting such offers to maintain transparency and objectivity in decision-making.


by Louis at Jun 18, 2026, 04:05 PM

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Keva
12 hours ago
This reminds me of a practice question we had about maintaining integrity in procurement. I feel like rejecting the offer is the right move here.
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Asuncion
6 days ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I think accepting the tickets could be seen as a conflict of interest, especially if it affects the negotiation outcome.
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Maricela
11 days ago
I remember discussing how accepting gifts during negotiations can lead to ethical dilemmas, so I think rejecting the offer is the safest choice.
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