[jasiek]

Yup. The heavy equipment process create an additional barrier to entry. If you want to bid for a govt contract, you need to hire someone who has done it before, otherwise you'll drown in paperwork. What's really sad about this situation is that it is stable - eg. existing stakeholders (contractors & govt procurement personnel) will work hand in hand to ensure that the process stays in place - the former to make more money and the latter to retain their jobs.