My question is regarding policy on non-competitive contracts.

The Government of the Northwest Territories is responsible for the expenditure of public funds provided to them under the Appropriation Authority of the Legislative Assembly. The Government of the Northwest Territories has the responsibility to be fully accountable for the manner in which these funds are expended. The Government of the Northwest Territories awards a number of non-competitive contracts as well as those awarded through normal bidding and tendering processes including negotiated, sole-source, construction management, and site superintendent service contracts. There is no single policy to govern on competitive contracts across the government. Individuals, businesses, and business associations have expressed a concern about the lack of a clear process for awarding these contracts. Yes, Mr. Speaker.