Question

You are an electrical engineer hired by a government agency to evaluate bids for a public lighting project. You discover that the lowest bidder is a company owned by your spouse's cousin. Their bid is technically sound. What is your required ethical action?

Accepted Answer

C. Disclose the conflict of interest, recuse yourself, and let another official review the bid.

Answer

A. Approve the lowest bid immediately, as it saves the taxpayers' money.

Answer

B. Ignore the familial connection, as the bid is technically sound.

Answer

D. Disqualify the bid based on the conflict of interest without telling your superior.

SSC CPO 2025 PYQ — Question 197