You're reviewing bids for a building's new wing. You find that the most competent firm is also the most expensive. In fact, hiring them would take the project over the budget. Would you persuade leadership to hire them? Why or why not?

"I would create a table comparing the cost evaluation from each bid. In my experience, the highest bidder is usually a firm that has built its own contingency plans and included them in the budget. So, if I find this to be the case, then I will put it front and center. In my experience, the low bidders don't account for unforeseen costs. I would also show items from my top firm's portfolio and feature ones that are similar to our project. In short, I won't directly persuade them my way, but I will present them with enough information to make them feel good about their decision."