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The importance of ethics in contract management cannot be overstated, as it fundamentally influences trust, reputation, and integrity within professional relationships. The NCMA and PMI codes of ethics serve as critical frameworks guiding contract managers’ behavior, emphasizing honesty, fairness, and accountability. Ethical lapses, such as Darleen Druyun’s misconduct, undermine public trust and can have far-reaching consequences beyond individual repercussions, affecting the perception of the entire profession. Such breaches highlight the necessity for stringent oversight and adherence to ethical standards to ensure that personal gain does not compromise contractual integrity. Upholding ethical principles preserves organizational credibility and fosters a culture of transparency and responsibility in contract management.

The Fat Leonard scandal exemplifies the severe consequences of ethical failures and corruption within military contracting. His manipulation of contract awards through bribery and insider influence led to over $35 million in unjustified excess costs, undermining trust in defense procurement processes. The case underscores the need for robust safeguards, such as conflict of interest declarations and oversight mechanisms, to prevent unethical influence. Although some defense entities now implement measures to curb conflicts, gaps remain, as evidenced by inadequate safeguards in many contractors. Strengthening these controls and promoting a culture of integrity are essential to prevent such scandals and protect public interests in military contracting.

References

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  • NCMA. (2021). Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct. National Contract Management Association.
  • PMI. (2022). Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct. Project Management Institute.
  • Office of the Under Secretary of Defense. (2020). Report on Defense Contracting Safeguards. U.S. Department of Defense.
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  • Smith, J. (2021). Corporate Ethics and Public Trust. Business Ethics Quarterly, 31(4), 567-590.
  • U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO). (2019). Defense Contracting Oversight Report. GAO-19-410.
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  • Zheng, L. (2022). Conflict of Interest in Defense Contracting. Ethics & Policy Journal, 14(2), 112-130.
  • Yamamoto, K. (2017). Ethical Leadership in Public Sector Governance. Public Integrity, 19(4), 453-470.

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