Qi Tongwei: Sign-in relationship started during student days

Chapter 278 Public Bidding

In the afternoon, Qi Tongwei convened a standing committee meeting. The theme of the meeting was to discuss the development issues of Jiangchang County, among which the top priority was the Urban Construction Bureau.

"Through recent visits and surveys and comparisons with our county's data from previous years, I've discovered that Jiangchang County's market economy isn't doing very well; it's even stagnant. Over the past two years, GDP has been declining. In just a few years, it's fallen from fifth to eighth among the city's eleven counties.

Of course, I have guessed the reason, which is that our business environment is too bad. There are more gangsters on the streets than merchants.

It has also given rise to a series of illegal activities such as collecting protection fees and watching the scene. In response to this problem, I have ordered the public security department to step up its efforts and to crack down severely on those who dare to extort money.

However, this measure alone is far from enough. Our government departments still need to be sincere and let those investors see the benefits.

For example, regarding several projects recently reported by the urban construction department, I proposed to hold an open bidding meeting and invite real estate developers and construction companies from some cities and counties to bid together to introduce fresh funds.

Of course, I am not saying that the strength of our county's Red Hair Group is not good enough. What is important is to get our county's economy flowing. Only with competition can there be pressure and progress.

If this continues, our county's economy will decline again, and it will be difficult for me as the top leader, and it will be difficult for the comrades below me."

As soon as Qi Tongwei finished speaking, Organization Department Minister Lü Shou echoed, "Yes, many cadres in our county have been at the same level for many years. Although there have been adjustments, their levels have not changed.

What is the reason? It is because we cannot be promoted and there is no room for us. Why can't we make room for ourselves? It is because the county's economy has not been doing well in the past two years and the higher-ups have some ideas.

This time, Secretary Qi hit upon the fundamental reason: We need to revitalize the economy, credit ourselves with our achievements, and make room for those below us.”

Zhou Dongkai was clearly still resentful of Qi Tongwei's warning that morning, and he objected, "Secretary Qi, I disagree. Projects in our county are generally assigned to the Red Hair Group. We know their qualifications and capabilities inside and out. Isn't it too risky to openly bid? Besides, I've never heard of this kind of thing happening anywhere. What if something goes wrong?"

Qi Tongwei was slightly displeased and knocked on the table, "What are we doing now? Reform, what is reform? It means changing the past and innovating the future.

How can we be afraid of this and that? We must dare to try. Although we are the first in China to conduct public bidding, we must dare to be the first to try it.

As for the company's qualifications and strength, we can evaluate them, or we can adopt a segmented payment model. The contracting company will advance a part of the money first, and we will pay a part of the money every time a part of the work is completed satisfactorily. What are the risks in this way?

I don't see the risks, but I know that through this method, our county government can save a lot of money every year.

I've noticed that some of our comrades, as they rise in power, become increasingly timid. If there's a risk and the higher-ups blame them, it'll always be me, the top leader, and not you."

Facing Zhou Dongkai who always couldn't put himself in the right position, Qi Tongwei spoke directly.

Zhou Dongkai was immediately embarrassed by Qi Tongwei's public criticism.

Guo Xiangli knew it was his turn to save the situation.

Guo Xiangli didn't have much opinion on Qi Tongwei's proposal, as the two had already agreed on it before the meeting.

It would also be beneficial for him to revitalize the economy. Although he could not become the head of Jiangchang County, he could be transferred to other places and promoted.

As for whether it would offend the Huang family, that was something Qi Tongwei should consider. It would be best to force the Huang family to come over completely, killing two birds with one stone.

It just so happens that the Huang family is setting me up for a fight. Well, it would be rude not to reciprocate.

Guo Xiangli cleared his throat and said, "I think Comrade Tongwei's suggestion is a good one. We must make this bidding conference more grand.

First of all, it can express the determination of our county party committee and county government to change all this!

Another way is to advertise Jiangchang County and build its reputation.”

Both bosses agreed, and no one dared to dissent. The two people supported by the Huang family looked at each other, then raised their hands to agree.

Qi Tongwei nodded in satisfaction. "Okay, unanimous approval. Let's move on to the next topic..."

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Huang Yingxiang was also shocked when he heard the news. What did Qi Tongwei mean?

Is it because the gift I gave last time was not heavy enough?

One is vigorously cracking down on the streets and eliminating gangs and evil, and the other is conducting public bidding. Both are linked to themselves. You must know that contracting government projects has always been the Huang family's business.

It can't be coming for me!

Just when Huang Yingxiang was lost in thought, Qi Tongwei called him and said, "Mr. Huang, I'm calling you this time to talk to you.

You are well-informed and should be aware of some of the topics discussed at this afternoon's Standing Committee meeting."

Huang Yingxiang hummed, "I've heard of it."

“You are also aware of the situation in our county. The economy has declined instead of grown in recent years, or perhaps you are not very familiar with these data.

But you've been in business for many years, so you should be able to sense that the karaoke and nightclub business has definitely declined in the past two years."

Huang Yingxiang did not deny it. "Yes, it is a little worse than previous years. There are fewer out-of-town guests."

“This is the result of a monopoly, which is of no benefit to the development of the entire county.

Only by allowing a hundred schools of thought to contend and flourish can our Jiangchang County come alive.

We cannot stop the flow of fresh water from outside. Of course, I also encourage the enterprises in our county to develop outward, which can not only strengthen themselves, but also enhance the reputation of our Jiangchang County, right?

Your Red Hair Group can also participate in this investment promotion conference, but I hope for fair competition.

Don't worry if it fails. Once Jiangchang County is developed and attracts more people to invest and visit, your entertainment venues will definitely make a profit."

Huang Yingxiang secretly cursed the other party's high-sounding words, but on the surface he agreed with Qi Tongwei's idea, "I am a veteran party member and will definitely support the county party committee's decision. We will compete fairly and create a good competitive environment for our county."

"Then I'm here to thank you."

"You're welcome. It's my honor."

After hanging up the phone, Huang Yingxiang's face darkened and he ordered, "Go and inform Hongda that Hongfa is back."

"Yes."

He now felt that Qi Tongwei was becoming more and more demanding. The county projects had always been the Huang family's exclusive domain. Qi Tongwei could make moves, but he also had to show off his muscles, otherwise people would be afraid of him.

After the Huang brothers returned home, Huang Yingxiang began to make arrangements. "There are a total of six projects in this investment promotion conference, and we must win three of them."

Huang Hongfa refused to do so. "Dad, this is originally our family's project. I think no one should give it to us. We will beat anyone who dares to grab it."

Huang Yingxiang leaned on his crutch and said, "Fight, fight, fight. Not everything can be solved by fighting.

If they were all taken down, it would tear off the face of our leader, and it would be a disgrace for everyone.

Taking down three proves our strength and is also our final concession. At the same time, it tells that young secretary not to think we are afraid of him.

Of course, we want the best of these three. Whoever dares to lay a hand on us will have his claws chopped off. Send someone to spread the word in advance.

We can choose not to compete for the other three, but if anyone dares to take a picture of the three we have selected, don’t blame us for being rude.”

Seeing that the old man had made the decision, the Huang brothers had no choice but to go down and prepare.

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