Section 8.5020  Exemptions

If an individual finds a conflict of interest under Section 50-13 of the Code with the vendor selected for award or contract negotiations, he or she shall forward to the CPO the name of the vendor and a description of the proposed contract and of the potential conflict, and shall state why an exemption should be granted.  CDB shall determine and include documentation of the agency's position on the conflict.  The CPO shall decide whether to disapprove the contract or request a exemption from the Executive Ethics Commission in accordance with Section 50-20 of the Code.