It&#x27;s a problem for the university if the procurement rules really are that explicit and dumb. I mean, just imagine what you&#x27;d get if you need custom work done and had to put the phone down on anybody that has the temerity to try to discuss scope with you.
&quot;We had to turn down all these companies with relevant expertise because they wanted to talk to us, but it&#x27;s OK, we&#x27;ve found a price for this guy on Elance and he&#x27;s $5 per hour. We&#x27;re not sure how long he&#x27;ll take but he&#x27;s definitely the cheapest option.&quot;