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11. Sure. It can happen when govt can't get offers from any other would-be contractors,

Thu Sep 11, 2025, 09:40 AM

Sep 11

or it can be done when govt just wants a particular past contractor; the govt sets the bid terms.

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While we're waiting for this manhunt to conclude, or some official story... [View all] ancianita Sep 10 OP

Kick!!! SheltieLover Sep 10 #1

Very interesting... SheltieLover Sep 10 #2

And thank you for your post that shows who might have the motive! ancianita Sep 10 #3

Oh Shite.. I suggested perhaps a "Sniper" Cha Sep 10 #4

Yes! All about motive and layers of professional help. ancianita Sep 10 #5

Yes, "Motive".. one of the clues Cha Sep 10 #6

Calling it a manhunt is generous Prairie Gates Sep 10 #7

Weren't there no-bid contracts during the Duyba days? USS_Dauntless Sep 11 #8

Knr UTUSN Sep 11 #9

K&R bdamomma Sep 11 #12