I have a client that is hiring a sales agent in a foreign country. This agent's territory will likely include contracts subject to FMF rules, sales will be direct commercial. This particular client compensates all of their sales agents with a commission plan. I've never worked with FMF before - it appears that commissions are allowed, but they have to be disclosed, they cannot be in violation of Anti-Kickback regulations, and it appears that commissions may need to be split out and paid by the Purchaser's national funds.
My questions:
1. I'd like to wrap my head around this better. What is the purpose of the FMF rules on commissions/contingent fees?
2. What does the last provision (paid by Purchaser's national funds) mean?
3. Where can I find the source document that discusses FMF commission requirements from a contractor's perspective?
Thanks in advance!
Patrick