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  • Marlene, Somehow we seem to be describing two separate processes. In my old position, I was given specific design characteristics to be met for "Parts" of a Project. No different than supplying specific items for a "U-2" or a "Blackbird", or a " Silicon Chip Suspension Device " to be attached to a Hughes Drill Bit. 

    Lynn Bryant DeSpain 

  • Marlene, Even the "Manhattan Project" was broken down in the way described.

    Lynn Bryant DeSpain

  • Marlene, The "Proposals" clearly define the exact specifications. There are no margins for alterations or substitutes. The needs, requirements, installation and processes manuals must be included and accepted for the conditions required prior to signing of contracts.

    Lynn Bryant DeSpain

  • Marlene, Actually I do have an extensive background in "Best Costs Analysis." Often in the supplying of products/finished materials for Government Projects throughout the World, scheduled on site specific amounts delivered with Due Date Penalties 24 hours either side delaying "Entire Payment of Materials" to the end of Contract which at times was Three Years out on multi million dollar bids. Often these "No Bid/Sole Source Contracts" were limited by the size of the required "Bond" for the process. With perhaps six General Contractors capable of carrying such huge Bond Requirements, the opportunities for "Rigging Bids" was prevalent, and extended downwards through the Sub Contractors and Suppliers. Had Smaller General Contractors been allowed to combine Bonds for Bids, the opportunities for bad conduct would have been reduced. The same holds true for "Sole Source", as the requirement to get from point A to point B remains the same. The technology exists for all to utilize. 

    Lynn Bryant DeSpain

  • I remember well my times in High School Metal Shop. There was always one student others would tell to take the Rubber Mallet and hit the Iron Anvil as hard as they could. Which of course bounced back, hit his head and knocked him out. Coming awake he would the then go crying to the Instructor about what was done to him. The Instructor invariably asked the bumpy headed kid, "What did you learn from this?" Then walked away. 

    Lynn Bryant DeSpain

  • The two main flaws of a "No Bid Contract" are that they are based on expediency and Single Supplier Availability. Normally used in large scale production of items such as ships, aircraft and tanks, based on capability to immediately construct and fill the need. The flaws is in the assumption are that a cooperative of smaller companies could not coordinate to fulfill the same need in the same timely manner at a greatly reduced cost to the "Taxpayer." The "Actual Bidding Process"  in reality itself would be extend the Process Completion by a period of 60-90 days. This would in addition create a greater spread of employment opportunities throughout the United States. Simple Business Logistics.

    Lynn Bryant DeSpain

  • Whether it be the Military, Corporate, Private Industry, or just plain Supply and Demand, the 20-80 Ratio has always held true. 20% of the Leaders get 80% of the Work accomplished. The remaining just hold "Titles." 

    Lynn Bryant DeSpain

  • Marlene is correct. As a Nation we currently no longer live under sets of "Laws and Rules" but rather "Columns of Choice" for those in control to choose to charge infactions to punishment against the unwilling to follow "Party Line!" 

    Lynn Bryant DeSpain

  • Point of interest. From Constitutions, Federal, State, and Military, through Public and Private Charters, Cities and Corporations, these are the Foundations of Law that All Officials answer to and are open to prosecution under. Thus there is always a "Chain of Command." Even the smallest of Towns with elected Councils and Mayors accept with the pride of position, the responsibility, and risk of punishment of fine and/or incarceration.

    Lynn Bryant DeSpain

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    • The governor, the mayor, why is the police chief not challenging the mayor......or resign?

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