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Gifts and Favors Prohibited

The North Carolina General Statutes, 133-32, makes it unlawful for any contractor, subcontractor, or supplier who:
  • has a contract with a governmental agency; or
  • has performed under such a contract within the past year; or
  • anticipates bidding on such a contract in the future

to make gifts or to give favors to any officer or employee of a governmental agency who is charged with the duty of:

  • preparing plans, specifications, or estimates for public contract; or
  • awarding or administering public contracts; or
  • inspecting or supervising construction.

It shall also be unlawful for any officer or employee of the governmental agency who is charged with the duty of:

  • preparing plans, specifications, or estimates for public contract; or
  • awarding or administering public contracts; or
  • inspecting or supervising construction

willfully to receive or accept any such gift or favor.

The employees of ElectriCities' Member Services Department will adhere to the law and no gifts or favors will be accepted from any vendor. Vendors are requested to abide by this policy if they wish to be considered for opportunities to bid on contracts.