He looked at the Tellarite and then to Sharez, "Naming a new location
immediately would not be feasible as I haven't had confirmation from the
Council as to whether I can indeed combine these projects. If my proposal to
do so is approved then I will institute an immediate Inventory and Needs
Assessment study of both projects. Then whichever representatives are
interested in the project will have the opportunity to bid on it and the
higher bid (in terms of resources) will win if all security needs are met."
Sharez's antennae flipped back in surprise. "You are telling me that you are
going to base the selection of location on a bidding process rather than on
what is most appropriate for the needs of this combined project?!?" The
anger and shock was evident in the tone of his voice, which was rising
steadily as he spoke. "These are high security project. Selection of
location should be based on project and security needs. That is why I asked
you what requirements would be needed."
Sharez leaned forward and looked at the rest of the panel to see who wanted
to jump in. He was sure he was not the only one with concerns about the
answers being provided by the Admiral.
"Perhaps you would want to take a look at some of the member worlds that
already have such contracts. They would already be in the system and would
only have to adapt such a system to the new project." Brak the Tellarite
clearly had some self interest in the discussion.
The thought of bidding on the research facilities contracts was very
appealing to the Terran ambassador. Competition would get Starfleet the
best price, and would benefit the local economies. That would also open
Earth up to the research..... He did not much think of the security
concerns. They would, naturally, be part of the bidding process.
He leaned forward eager to hear the answer, but not otherwise commenting.
Lorin kept his voice steady and didn't fall into Sharez's bait, "If another
world can offer a location with better resources then why should they not be
considered? Of course current locations will be considered. This is all
about making R&D more efficient and beneficial for all. I am sure we can
come to a compromise on this situation."
T'Sar raised a hand with a stella in it to draw attention to herself.
"Admiral, it seems that you have the best interests of Federation security
at heart. What requirements would the desired facility have?"
"My requirements will be project-specific. I request more funding for the
combined project than the two have individually now. This will allow for
more general resources and more personnel and- I believe- more progress."
T'Sar continued her line of questions. "Perhaps you could provide us with
some information about the two projects you are hoping to merge and tell us
how this would improve the work of those involved."
(response?)
\\// Lisa
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