Ethics lvl 3

Question 1

1. How do you ensure a fair tender process

Answer 1

a. Make sure all tenderers have the same info available, especially mis tender when queries and clarifications are made, and they all have the same amount of time.
Data Centre procurement example

Question 2

2. On data centre, you advised on scoring matrix, how did you do this?

Answer 2

a. Ensured the matrix and scores were reviewed by a senior colleague first, as well as running through the report twice on screen with the client prior to issuing.

Question 3

3. When you advised a colleague on receiving gifts what considerations did you make them aware of?

Answer 3

Timing - What is currently happening on the project?
Proportion - What is the value of the gift, is it larger than £75 (company’s limit)
Perception - Could it be seen that there is intent behind it
Ability to reciprocate

Question 4

4. What is informed consent, and can you give an example of when you encountered and dealt with it?

Answer 4

a. When someone is given all the information prior to taking an action, or doing an activity for someone, before acting.
b. I have encountered this when agreeing to companies and client handling and storing my data.

Question 5

5. What is conflict of interest, and can you give an example of when you encountered and dealt with it?

Answer 5

a. When someone’s judgment is affected or unreliable because of a clash of personnel, where their goals and actions become self-serving based on the second party’s involvement. I have not dealt with a conflict of interest in my career to date, however I am aware that I must comply with rule 1 of RICS rules of conduct if I do notice it.

Question 6

What are the benefits of being RICS member?

Answer 6

Status, recognition, network, knowledge, market advantage.