support your answers to the following questions with specific information from the case and textbook or with information you get from other sources 1

Support your answers to the following questions with specific information from the case and textbook or with information you get from other sources.

Why is there such a wide range of bids for the foundation installations ($4 million between the lowest and second lowest bids; $30 million between the lowest and highest bids)?
How does the selection of a line and foundation installation contractor compare with the selection of a pole manufacturer as far as difficulty of choice is concerned?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of splitting the erection and foundation contracts?
What additional information would you request from your subordinates if you were Mr. Carter?
On the basis of the available information which contractor would you select for the foundation and erection work?