4.5 The Committee fully supports broad-based black economic empowerment (BBBEE) initiatives, but Government departments, in this case the DCS and DPW, should ensure that contracts are awarded to candidates that are able to provide quality services, on time and at reasonable prices. In addition those that are awarded contracts should have an understanding of Government priorities such as skills development and job creation. Contractors' awarded Government projects should not use their obligations in this regard as an excuse for poor delivery. Action should be taken against those who repeatedly fail to deliver in terms of their contractual obligations.