I work in the acquisition logistics field. Sometimes, the govt has no choice but to go with a sole source because that one source is the best. In this case it was the fastest and the proven company. There are different kinds of contracts...not to mention the SUBCONTRACTS that Halliburton can let. I also think there are provisions in wartime for rapid deployment capability..
Go with it Kerry this just might come back and bite you and be another October Surprise!