What should the program manager do?

A request for proposal (RFP) yields a bid with a better delivery schedule and a lower cost, but originates from a vendor not on the prequalified vendor list During the final review of the RFPs the program manager is informed that the new bidder is a relative of the project manager. Although the bid meets all company policies, the program manager is concerned about a conflict of interest.

What should the program manager do?
A . Select the best bid from the prequalified vendor list
B. Accept the bid from the new vendor and document the decision.
C. Advise the sponsor of a possible conflict of interest prior to awarding the bid
D. Add the new vendor to the prequalified list and replace the project manager

Answer: C