There may be instances where vendors may be recommended by Requisitioners, substantive offices, and consultants engaged by Requisitioners or substantive offices, for inclusion on the list of invitees. The following guidelines are stipulated for handling vendor recommendations:

General Rule for Vendor Recommendations
As a general rule, Requisitioners, substantive offices, and consultants engaged by Requisitioners or substantive offices, may not recommend Vendors for inclusion on the list of invitees, as such practice may be perceived as undermining the principle of segregation of responsibilities between requisitioning and procurement entities. However, it is recommended that Staff involved in procurement activities encourage vendors to register with the UNGM. If a vendor approaches the Requisitioner for inclusion on the list of invitees, the Requisitioner shall direct the vendor to the Procurement Staff concerned.

Evaluation of Vendor Recommendations
If vendor recommendations are received, Procurement Staff shall carefully evaluate the desirability and propriety of including the recommended vendor on the invitee list. However, unless the Procurement Officer/Assistant is fully satisfied that the recommended vendor will bring special knowledge or expertise that will be beneficial to the proposed procurement, the recommended vendor should be excluded. The vendor may however be encouraged to register for future or other solicitations.