This document contains a sample PMP exam question and answer regarding preparing a bid package for local contractors to bid on construction work for an oil pipeline project. The question asks which document should be left out of the bid package. The options are: request for proposal, statement of work, independent cost estimates, or bid documents. The hint says to consider the flow of information between the buyer and sellers before selection. The answer explains that independent cost estimates, which are used by the buyer to benchmark bids but not provided to sellers, should be left out of the package so as not to prejudice sellers' pricing. Including all other listed documents is appropriate for the bid package.