A request for proposal (RFP) yields a bid with a better delivery schedule and a...

Vendor: BICSI
Product: RCDDv14
Update on: Jul 31, 2025
Questions: 288

BICSI RCDDv14 Question Answer

A request for proposal (RFP) yields a bid with a better delivery schedule and a lower cost, but originates from a vendor not on the prequalified vendor list During the final review of the RFPs the program manager is informed that the new bidder is a relative of the project manager. Although the bid meets all company policies, the program manager is concerned about a conflict of interest.

What should the program manager do?

Select the best bid from the prequalified vendor list

Accept the bid from the new vendor and document the decision.

Advise the sponsor of a possible conflict of interest prior to awarding the bid

Add the new vendor to the prequalified list and replace the project manager