In this particular case it was an RFP, which evaluates the certain categories of the RFP through experience, methodology, cost, northern content and so on. It was determined that the southern bid had higher points in certain areas of the RFP including areas in the fees and costs. And because the southern bidder had all local employees at the particular location of the job, they were, after the BIP evaluation was done, the southern contractor had more points. Based on that, the award was given to the southern contractor.
Tom Beaulieu on Question 47-17(3): Evaluating Contracts And Business Incentive Policy
In the Legislative Assembly on May 29th, 2012. See this statement in context.
Question 47-17(3): Evaluating Contracts And Business Incentive Policy
Oral Questions
May 28th, 2012
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