Mr. Speaker, as a matter of fact the department saved $2 million for the public.
Seven companies were proposed to the minister and three went to bid. Transelec's bid was 30% below bid and $2 million was saved to taxpayers.
In the House of Commons on March 30th, 2001. See this statement in context.
Auditor GeneralOral Question Period
March 30th, 2001 / 11:30 a.m.
Beaches—East York Ontario
Liberal
Maria Minna LiberalMinister for International Cooperation
Mr. Speaker, as a matter of fact the department saved $2 million for the public.
Seven companies were proposed to the minister and three went to bid. Transelec's bid was 30% below bid and $2 million was saved to taxpayers.
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