Mr. Speaker, the Department of Finance has responded to this. This was a matter handled by public servants in finance and public works. There was a legitimate difference of opinion and that difference of opinion was based on the whole idea of best value versus lowest price.
Let it be noted that the NDP is attacking the integrity of our good pubic servants in Canada. We are proud of our public servants and of the work they do. I would ask the hon. member from the NDP to stop besmirching the reputation of our public service.