If we already have SIBA in the contract, why would you think the Company would want STV?? Ask yourself that question, read the contract pertaining to SIBA, and then read the LOA.

It should become apparent, for many reasons.

1. SIBA pays trip rig/TAFB. STV DOES NOT!!!!!!!!!!!!! Because of that, the company can send you for a bid period under STV and pay you only for the days you work, plus per diem.

2. With SIBA you are paid to DH to your location. It looks like under STV, you are treated like an FDA "bidder" and may not get paid your 4 day relocation in both directions. Someone, please correct me if I am wrong on this. Remember that it is not specifically stated that you will be paid to DH on STV. And, thinking like the blue collar workers we are (no offense to anybody here, just fact) any ambiguity is in the companies favor.

3. Did the Company come up with STV because of some PSP philosophy? Dont think so McFly. AS JL said, they are supposed to make a profit!

There are many around that are smarter than I, and should add to the list.....please!

Bottom line. STV was concocted to save the company money. It negates our present work rules in the context of an STV assignment.