have a CP or vp of ops “negotiate” is just a stall technique. Neither one had (in brads case) or has any authority to negotiate. Barry has no plan on negotiating twice. Why would he. They have been in talks with NK for a while now. If they can pull off this acquisition they will be immediately be required to start a JCBA negotiation. Until they buy NK or, the judge lets them go off an attempt a recovery on their own we are not getting a contract.