In the initial phases when the RFP was released, we raised a concern over the clause being there. Since it has been clarified for all bidders, our focus has been on ensuring that this clause, or the clarifications on this clause, which allow for industry to showcase itself in the natural course of business.... We've been focused on making sure that industry is aware that the clause has been clarified. To date, in our conversations with our committee, we have not sensed any concern now, or less concern, from industry that they would not be able to showcase their technologies and would be restricted in any way from actively bidding on the procurement.
On November 29th, 2016. See this statement in context.