Just a guess...

But, I would think those being STV'd will be notified well in advance of the monthly bid. Think about it. They'll know in a couple weeks, just how short they are of permanent crews.

The voluntary STV's will probably be bid on like SIBA is now. And, that's 7 weeks or so, in advance of the 1st monthly bid closing.

However, I'm just trying to use logic...What was I thinking???

Just call DW and BC. I'm sure they have the answer to all of your questions. That is why you should just trust them. This is a good deal. Ask them.

I am sure the voluntary ones will work out fine. I just think one set of rules printed in advance keeps the game a whole lot friendlier. For example, I still don't know if someone can get out of a Dec invol by volunteering Sep-Nov. Common sense says yes but a lawyer would disagree.

Looks like 3 practice bids.

That's good news...win/win for everyone.