§ Mr. Harrisonasked the Secretary of State for Transport what is the procedure adopted in asking for tenders; and what type of tendering is done for the privatisation of the various subsidiary projects involved in implementing the National Bus Company's disposal programme.
§ Mr. MooreSale of NBC subsidiaries will generally involve press and other marketing to elicit expressions of interest; the invitation of tenders from those who confirm their interest; and negotiations with those who submit firm offers which in NBC's judgment would form the basis for a successful sale.