Scenario: A region is identified as high-risk for TIP; what adjustments should be made in procurement?

• A. Decrease oversight to speed procurement.
• B. Exclude all local suppliers from all regions.
• C. Rely on generic supplier questionnaires only.
• D. Increase due diligence, require stronger audit oversight, request additional CTIP certifications, and tailor supplier requirements.

Answer: (D)

In a region identified as high-risk for trafficking in persons, procurement must strengthen controls and tailor the approach to the risk, not loosen it. The best answer emphasizes increasing due diligence, adding stronger audit oversight, requiring CTIP-related certifications, and customizing supplier requirements to the specific risk profile. This means going beyond basic questionnaires to verify actual practices, track records, and subcontractor controls; giving auditors access to facilities and records to confirm compliance; and setting supplier-specific expectations that reflect local risks and the nature of the goods or services being procured. These steps build accountability, surface red flags, and reduce the chance that trafficked persons enter the supply chain. In contrast, lowering oversight, excluding local suppliers indiscriminately, or relying only on generic questionnaires would leave significant gaps that traffickers could exploit.