Originally Posted by
rattman
So go the rumors they presented the documents in french the naval guys said we want them in english, NG said you didn't specifiy but will we do it for a **** ton of money.
In fairness, that happens here on Civil projects as well. It's not uniquely French. Some construction companies have teams of Lawyers read through Tenders looking for Variation opportunities & lower their bid as they know they'll recoup the difference, and some, when they "discover" variations after signing.