docs: Update CoC and incorporate JAM Implementers DAO Constitution

docs/dao/code_of_conduct.md

@@ -23,18 +23,38 @@ This section provides a brief overview of the expectation and guidelines for DAO
 
 3. Follow Telegram/Discord Chat Rules: Always follow both the private and public rules of behavior outlined below.
 
-4. Adhere to the Code of Conduct: Follow the Code of Conduct and consistently demonstrate respectful and inclusive behavior.
+4. Adhere to the Code of Conduct: Follow the Code of Conduct and consistently demonstrate respectful and inclusive behavior. Members are expected to uphold the principles outlined in the [JAM Implementers DAO Constitution](./constitution.md) and the [Polkadot DAO Constitution](https://forum.polkadot.network/t/governance-behavioral-track-suggestion-mechanism/10106/15).
 
 ### Don'ts:
 
-1. Do Not Violate the Code of Conduct: Avoid any behavior that goes against the program's Code of Conduct, including disrespectful or discriminatory actions.
+1. Do Not Violate the Code of Conduct: Avoid any behavior that goes against the program's Code of Conduct, including disrespectful or discriminatory actions. This includes actions that contradict the principles of the [JAM Implementers DAO Constitution](./constitution.md) and the [Polkadot DAO Constitution](https://forum.polkadot.network/t/governance-behavioral-track-suggestion-mechanism/10106/15).
 
 2. Do Not Spread Misinformation: Ensure all information shared about the DAO is accurate.
 
 3. Do Not Represent Without Authorization: Do not enter into partnerships or commercial arrangements on behalf of the DAO without proper authorization or approval from the DAO.
 
 4. Do Not Engage in Conflicts of Interest: Maintain transparency in all actions and avoid activities that could present a conflict of interest.
 
+## Appropriate Engagement with JAM Implementers DAO Members
+
+### Guidelines for Proposers
+
+When engaging with JAM DAO members regarding your proposals, please observe the following guidelines:
+
+1. **Respect Professional Boundaries**: JAM Implementers DAO members provide general observations about ecosystem norms and governance standards. Please do not request specific proposal text, detailed design advice, or personalized consulting from JAM Implementers DAO members.
+
+2. **Avoid Conflict of Interest Situations**: Requesting JAM Implementers DAO members to help design your proposal creates potential conflicts of interest. If a JAM Implementers DAO member provides detailed consulting on your proposal, both they and potentially the entire JAM Implementers DAO may need to recuse from voting on it, undermining their governance duties.
+
+3. **Respect Contribution Boundaries**: While some JAM Implementers DAO members may receive retroactive compensation through Decentralized Voices (DV) such as [DV Cohort 4](https://medium.com/web3foundation/decentralized-voices-cohort-4-delegates-announced-a5a9c64927fd) that is split amongst all members, a proportion of this funding may need to be reinvested in the JAM Implementers DAO to sustain operations, pay for assistance, community management, and event coordination to allow members electing to vote with delegated voting power to focus on governance. Many members contribute their time and knowledge voluntarily. Members may not have professional liability protection for providing detailed consulting advice. Casual requests for detailed proposal design place members in a difficult position regarding their role boundaries and potential conflicts of interest.
+
+4. **Focus on Factual Questions**: When communicating with JAM Implementers DAO members, focus on factual questions about governance processes rather than requesting specific advice on how to design your proposal.
+
+5. **Seek Appropriate Channels for Detailed Help**: If you need detailed proposal design assistance, consider engaging professional consultants through proper channels with clear terms, rather than making informal requests to voting members.
+
+6. **Consult Governance Resources**: For guidance on governance best practices and accountability standards, refer to resources like the [OpenGov.Watch](https://www.opengov.watch), which provides valuable insights on transparent and effective governance processes.
+
+Following these guidelines ensures transparent governance processes and maintains appropriate professional boundaries between proposers and voting entities.
+
 ## Private+Public Telegram/Discord/Matrix Chat Rules
 
 Members have a private Telegram/Discord group for communication.  All members must read and adhere to the following rules to keep the group friendly, welcoming, professional, and on-topic.  The rules are few, simple, and are generally recognizable as common decency:
@@ -49,18 +69,112 @@ Members have a private Telegram/Discord group for communication.  All members mu
 
 5. No (concern-)trolling or otherwise incendiary and/or negative comments and narratives. Keep it constructive and positive.
 
-6. No market, price, or “investor” talk. Members can discuss ICOs, investors, or related topics, as long as the goal isn’t to sponsor investment schemes.
+6. No market, price, or "investor" talk. Members can discuss ICOs, investors, or related topics, as long as the goal isn't to sponsor investment schemes.
 
 7. No constant ranting/complaining. Members may express themselves and vent their frustrations about a topic. However, the frequency of ranting/complaining should not annoy members.
 
 8. A private group means that all correspondence remains private. It is NOT allowed to take screenshots and spread information from private groups. Leaking private conversations may result in a warning or a ban, as described in the first rule under this heading.
 
 All participants are expected to uphold the above rules in both public and private channels.  Moderators for public channels will be selected from the DAO membership.   Moderators may ban participants who engage in behavior that violates these rules after sufficient warning is provided.  
 
-At the moderators’ discretion, a lesser action (such as warning the individual in question) may be taken. Participants, however, should not count on the good grace of the moderators. In particular, where moderators deem it likely that a single individual is using multiple chat monikers to break the CoC repeatedly, bans without warning may be given. 
+At the moderators' discretion, a lesser action (such as warning the individual in question) may be taken. Participants, however, should not count on the good grace of the moderators. In particular, where moderators deem it likely that a single individual is using multiple chat monikers to break the CoC repeatedly, bans without warning may be given. 
 
 If members believe someone in the channel is breaking these rules, members may propose a vote for their removal with proof of offense.  No member can be removed without members.
 
+## Moderation
+
+The JAM Implementers DAO will implement this code of conduct. If you encounter a problem, please contact the moderators. We will respect confidentiality with regard to the reporter of any incident.
+
+## Procurement Ethics and Fairness
+
+As a participant in JAM Implementers DAO procurement processes, whether as an evaluator, proposer, or stakeholder, you are expected to uphold the following ethical standards:
+
+### Evaluators and JAM Implementers DAO Members:
+
+1. **Impartiality and Objectivity**:
+   - Do evaluate all proposals based solely on the published evaluation criteria
+   - Do maintain consistent standards across all evaluations
+   - Do recuse yourself from evaluations where you cannot be objective
+
+2. **Conflict of Interest Management**:
+   - Do proactively disclose any potential conflicts of interest before participating in evaluations
+   - Do abstain from voting on proposals where you have a direct or indirect interest
+   - Do not provide preferential information to any potential proposers
+   - Do maintain appropriate professional boundaries with proposers during evaluation periods
+
+3. **Confidentiality and Information Management**:
+   - Protect sensitive information shared in proposals
+   - Do not share one proposer's information with other proposers
+   - Maintain confidentiality of deliberations until official decisions are published
+   - Document all evaluation decisions with clear rationales
+
+### Proposers and Suppliers:
+
+1. **Honest Representation**:
+   - Do provide accurate information about your capabilities, experience, and resources
+   - Do disclose any limitations that might affect your ability to deliver
+   - Do not make claims that cannot be substantiated
+
+2. **Fair Competition**:
+   - Do not collude with other proposers to manipulate the procurement process
+   - Do not attempt to obtain confidential information about other proposals
+   - Do compete on the merits of your proposal rather than through undermining others
+
+3. **Ethical Engagement**:
+   - Do not offer gifts, favors, or other inducements to evaluators
+   - Do respect the established procurement process and timelines
+   - Do accept feedback constructively and address concerns professionally
+   - Do report any unethical behavior observed during the procurement process
+
+### All Participants:
+
+1. **Transparency**:
+   - Decision-making processes and justifications should be documented
+   - Clear feedback should be provided on evaluation decisions
+   - Evaluation criteria and weightings should be publicly available **before** proposal submission
+   - Evaluation results should be published with appropriate detail
+
+2. **Accountability**:
+   - Accountability should be taken for your role in the procurement process
+   - Justify decisions when questioned
+   - Accept appropriate consequences for non-conformance of these standards
+   - Report suspected non-conformance through appropriate channels
+
+3. **Continuous Improvement**:
+   - Regular reviews of procurement processes should be conducted with high participation
+   - Improvements based on experience should be suggested
+   - Best practices that enhance fairness and effectiveness should be shared
+   - Mistakes should be documented and learned from and corrective measures implemented
+
+### Evaluation Methodology Guidelines
+
+When implementing the evaluation methodologies outlined in the JAM Implementers DAO Constitution, participants shall adhere to the following guidelines:
+
+1. **Matrix Comparison Implementation**:
+   - Individual evaluations should be completed **before** group discussions to prevent groupthink
+   - Specific justifications should be documented for each score assigned
+   - Consistent scoring scales should be used across all evaluations (e.g. 1-10)
+   - Evaluation records should be maintained that clearly show both individual and consensus scores
+   - Weightings should be determined and published **before** proposal review begins
+
+2. **Inverse Cost Assessment Implementation**:
+   - Unusually low bids should be scrutinized for unsustainable work practices
+   - Mathematical formula used for all price comparisons should be documented
+   - Minimum quality thresholds should be established **before** price evaluation
+   - Collusive pricing risk should be identified and mitigated as it has the potential to undermine the process
+   - Clear explanations of how price scores were calculated should be provided in feedback
+
+3. **Quality-First Evaluation Implementation**:
+   - Separation between quality and price evaluations should be strictly maintained
+   - Minimum quality thresholds (e.g. 35% on each criterion) should be established before price consideration
+   - Rationale for proceeding with or rejecting the highest-quality proposal should be documented
+   - Unopened price envelopes should be returned to unsuccessful proposers
+   - Minimum of three evaluators should participate in quality assessments
+
+Evaluators must select the appropriate methodology based on proposal complexity, value, and strategic importance to the JAM, Polkadot, and Kusama ecosystems. The selection of methodology must be documented and justified as part of the procurement record.
+
+Non-conformance with these procurement ethics standards may result in exclusion from current or future procurement processes, removal from evaluation roles, or other appropriate consequences as determined by the JAM Implementers DAO governance process.
+
 ## Disclaimer on the Mutability of the Rules
 Governance is an emergent and evolving field, and we envision it as a space for experimentation and rapid iteration. As such, the rules outlined above are subject to change without prior notice. The most current version of the rules can always be found in our GitHub repository with next link `https://github.com/JamBrains/jam-docs/blob/main/docs/dao/code_of_conduct.md`.