Mr. Chair, we are in the midst of the procurement, and we are going to do our best to ensure that we are getting the best value for Canadians.
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Business of Supply May 19th, 2022
Mr. Chair, we are in the midst of the procurement, and we are going to do our best to ensure that we are getting the best value for Canadians.
Business of Supply May 19th, 2022
Mr. Chair, we always look for the procurement contract that has the best value with the best economic benefits for Canadians as we take a look at the various contracts that are submitted.
Business of Supply May 19th, 2022
Mr. Chair, again, that was the whole reason we had this competitive process. We wanted to ensure we were getting the best price. There were three bidders that came forward. The process was valuable in terms of the competitiveness.
Business of Supply May 19th, 2022
Mr. Chair, we are still in negotiations so a final price has not been determined, but that will be determined in the negotiation process. I trust the hon. member understands that we cannot release that information now because negotiations have not concluded. This is the finalization phase.
Business of Supply May 19th, 2022
Mr. Chair, this is a rigorous procurement process. It is why we undertook the process. It was competitive. We wanted to ensure we got the best plane for the best price with the greatest economic benefits for Canadians.
Business of Supply May 19th, 2022
Mr. Chair, the cost comes from the Department of Defence.
Business of Supply May 19th, 2022
Mr. Chair, I believe the member is referring to the economic benefits, and as I have said, this is something we have prioritized with respect to this procurement. It is a $19-billion procurement. It is an important procurement, and we of course want to ensure that we are going to receive the economic benefits.
Business of Supply May 19th, 2022
Mr. Chair, the terms of the contract will be respected. This is a very significant investment we are making, at $19 billion. We want to make sure that we get it right. It is important to have the details right in this contract. We are going to make every effort to ensure those details are there and respected.
Business of Supply May 19th, 2022
Mr. Chair, the negotiation process is ongoing with respect to the F-35s. We expect that a contract will be signed by the end of the year in this finalization stage. We are hopeful for that. Terms will be worked out in that contract.
Business of Supply May 19th, 2022
Mr. Chair, I appreciate the member's advocacy but that has not been determined yet.