For what it's worth my opinion is the client is to blame when looking for contractors.
ALL thay want is the cheapest and will encourage the bidders have a bidding war to drive the cost down : "you've made the top ten but....."
Quality does not even enter the mix as long as the assessment is completed at their specification and to their timescale. Box ticking from top to bottom of the equation so all the targets are met regardless of report details.
This is happening thoughout all public and private arenas and as people move from one employer to the next they take with them their really bright ideas for kudos and bonuses.
As a service provider to this commercial you either jump on board
or give up, but rest assured, you'll never beat it
Gripe over.....