Q. It is said that the project manager is a vital part of the project procurement process. Explain however, the bid duration stretches over weeks, months and even years. During that time, the project manager is not "managing" the project on a day-to-day basis. Illustrate what else is the project manager doing? If he/she is assigned to manage another task, explain how can they devote enough time and energy to the bid process for this new contract?