HC Deb 08 November 1979 vol 973 c292W
Mr. Grylls

asked the Lord Privy Seal what proportion of the purchasing contracts issued by his Department in 197879 was by means of selective tender, open tender and single tender, respectively.

Mr. Hurd

Such figures as are readily available indicate approximate proportions of two-fifths, two-fifths and one-fifth respectively. More detailed information could be provided only at disproportionate cost.