Abstract :
Parts 1 and 2 of the Carabian conundrum, concerning the prebid phase of an overseas electronic automation contract, were published in the July and October 1978 issues of E&P. At this point we have decided to pause and present extracts from a selection of the many written replies received. To all those who have made a considerable effort-thank you. The replies printed are not necessarily the best (that would be presumptious on my part), but the points covered reflect other responses
