` The thing is we are totally open to bidding on some of the contracts that may come up in Afghanistan just like anyone else , '' DeLuke said in a telephone interview . Defense Department says it will continue Blackwater air - support contract . ` ` I urge you not to enter into further contracts with Xe , '' Congresswoman 's letter says . Defense spokeswoman Karen Smith says firm ` ` totally open '' to competitive bidding .
Defense Department says it will continue Blackwater air - support contract . ` ` I urge you not to enter into further contracts with Xe , '' Congresswoman 's letter says . Defense spokeswoman Karen Smith says firm ` ` totally open '' to competitive bidding .