Supplier Code of Conduct
Statement of Government Expectations
The Government is committed to sustainable and inclusive government procurement that 
delivers for New Zealand and New Zealanders. This Supplier Code of Conduct outlines the 
expectations we have of our suppliers. Suppliers must make their subcontractors aware 
of this code. 
Ethical behaviour 
The Government expects its suppliers to:
 
ȓ manage their activities and affairs, and conduct themselves, with integrity in accordance with 
applicable laws, regulations and ethical standards
 
ȓ not engage in any form of corruption 
 
ȓ be transparent about their ethical policies and practices.
Labour and human rights
The Government expects its suppliers to: 
 
ȓ adhere to international human rights standards in their workplace and monitor and address 
these standards within their supply chain
 
ȓ comply with New Zealand employment standards and maintain a workplace that is free from 
unlawful discrimination.
Health, safety and security 
The Government expects its suppliers to:
 
ȓ comply with workplace health and safety laws and regulations and maintain healthy and safe 
work environments 
 
ȓ comply with any security requirements notified to them by the Government
 
ȓ adequately protect any information, assets, tools and materials provided by the Government 
and return these promptly when requested. 
Environmental sustainability
The Government encourages suppliers to establish environmentally responsible business 
practices and proactively improve their environmental performance. The Government expects its 
suppliers to: 
 
ȓ conduct their business in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and standards regarding 
the mitigation of impacts on, and protection of, the environment
 
ȓ work to improve their environmental sustainability and reduce their environmental impacts. 
Corporate social responsibility 
The Government encourages its suppliers to be good corporate citizens and contribute  
positively to their communities. Some positive things suppliers could do are: 
 
ȓ pay their subcontractors promptly 
 
ȓ consider including local, Māori, and Pasifika businesses to deliver the contract.

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