Declaration of non-collusion

As part of a selective tendering process, tenderers may be required to complete a ‘Declaration of Non-Collusion’ (sometimes referred to as a ‘Declaration of Non-Collusion Form’ or a ‘Certificate of Non-Collusion’).

This is intended to prevent corruption in the tender process by requiring a declaration from the tenderer that they have not colluded with any other party in the preparation of their tender.

The declaration may require that the tenderer confirms that:

Their tender is bona fide.
They have not colluded with any other party to fix or adjust the tender price.
They have not communicated the tender price or terms to any other party (other than where this is necessary to prepare the tender).
That they have not entered into arrangements with other parties not to tender, or to tender a certain price or terms.
That they have not given inducements or rewards to the client or their representatives.
That similar non-collusion arrangements will be required from their sub-contractors and suppliers.