In collusion among contractors, it's common for a favored bidder to win a contract and then subcontract the work to co-conspirators as part of a bid rotation or cover bidding scheme.
So, when the winning bidder does not subcontract — especially on large or complex projects where subcontracting is typical — it may suggest that the job was prearranged and there’s no real competition involved.
It may also signal that the conspirators are concealing their connection.
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