The University System of New Hampshire (USNH) is dedicated to maintaining excellence and integrity in all aspects of its educational and business activities. The trust of the community we serve -- our students and their families, our trustees and staff, our business associates, and the general public -- is vital to the image and economic success of our institution. In keeping these core values, we depend upon the responsible, law- abiding, and morally correct behavior of all suppliers we conduct business with.
The USNH has Supplier Code of Conduct describes the fundamental ethical and behavioral principles that govern all suppliers who do business with any of our institutions. We expect all suppliers to honor this commitment and abide by the provisions of this Supplier Code of Conduct as a condition of doing business with USNH.
In doing business with USNH, our suppliers and their representatives are expected to: Engage in legally-compliant and ethically-sound behavior during the course of business; Promote fair and respectful interaction with University personnel and third parties; Display a commitment to the environment and to society; Be committed to workplace and product safety; Reject all forms of discrimination & harassment; Display professionalism, fairness, and reliability in all business relations.
It is the responsibility of each supplier to ensure that it's representatives understand and comply with the USNH Supplier Code of Conduct. Further, participation in conduct or practices that violate the terms and spirit of this Supplier Code of Conduct may result in termination of a supplier’s business relationship with USNH.
