Declan Murphy wrote:

> ou are confusing the requirements of corporation seeking a government
> tender with the expectations placed on an individual. With a tender
> there is usually also a presentation required -

At the same time? That is not what the procedure at the website suggests:

http://www.expo2005.or.jp/en/commercial/#construction

> there will be questions
> asked and they will need to be answered.

As soon as someone submits their application by hand, and not during an appointed
period for presentation and evaluation?

> I have been looking at several
> possible tender opportunities for the expo during the past 2 years
> (having observed two committees through the local chamber of commerce
> for 4 years now). I have also been looking at tendering for the
> Australian pavilion (announced 8 weeks ago). In both cases, the
> requirements are quite different to an individual "looking for work".

Yes, people bringing in applications for work may be interviewed, and a decision
made right away.

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