Lu Qingyang and Zhou Fang looked at each other and saw hope in each other's eyes.
Lu Qingyang struck while the iron was hot, his voice steady and confident: "Chief Sun, you have also seen that the workers know best what kind of work clothes are comfortable to wear and convenient for work.
Although our Feihong factory is large in scale, we dare to innovate and invest in order to make good products that truly meet the needs of workers.
We put a lot of effort into the design of this fabric, just to get this order from your factory, proving that a small factory can also make high-quality products like those made by big factories!
Quality and production capacity, we guarantee it with the future of the factory, there will be absolutely no problem! "
Section Chief Sun pondered, tapping the table unconsciously with his fingers.
After a while, he finally spoke, his tone relaxed: "Well, Xiao Lu, this sample of yours... is indeed a bit unexpected.
This material and this design can solve the big practical problems of our workers. It seems that you have put your heart into it..."
He paused, as if organizing his words, preparing to enter the substantive negotiation stage: "But, this new fabric is cheap, right? Our budget this time..."
"Chief Sun!" The office door was flung open, and a middle-aged man in a grey Mao suit and neatly combed hair strode in with a formal smile on his face.
The visitor was Hong Liang, deputy chief of the purchasing department.
Hong Liang seemed not to notice Section Chief Sun's joy at being interrupted. He walked straight to the desk, picked up the set of samples, took a glance at them, and curled his lips:
"Old Sun, this is what was sent by that little factory called Feihong?"
He threw the clothes back on the table with obvious contempt.
"It looks a bit fancy, but workwear should be strong and durable. What's the point of having these fancy things? Knitted fabric? It sounds sturdy enough! What's the environment in our chemical plant workshop? Iron filings, oil stains, acid and alkali steam, how long can this soft material withstand?"
He turned to Section Chief Sun and said earnestly: "Old Sun, our factory is so big, with nearly a thousand workers. This is not a joke! The responsibility is huge! I have already had a preliminary discussion with Director Liu of the City No. 1 Service Center. They are a large state-owned factory with advanced equipment and rich experience. They use the most solid thick canvas improved material. Although it looks a bit rustic, it is absolutely durable and meets the labor protection standards. Moreover, they have promised that the price is absolutely favorable and the delivery time is fully guaranteed. This is a safe choice!"
The hesitation on Section Chief Sun's face became more intense again.
Hong Liang is in charge of some supplier relations, and his words carry little weight.
Moreover, he really touched the most sensitive nerve of mid-level cadres like Section Chief Sun - they seek to achieve the best but not to make mistakes.
If you choose a large state-owned factory, even if there is a problem, the responsibility is relatively dispersed.
If you choose a small and precarious factory like Feihong, you will be severely punished if something goes wrong.
The workers looked at each other in bewilderment. They liked the new clothes, but they also understood that their leader had his own considerations, so they didn't dare to say anything for a while.
Seeing Section Chief Sun's silence, Hong Liang became even more proud. He spoke to Lu Qingyang and Zhou Fang with a tone that clearly meant to expel them:
"Two young men, your 'innovative' spirit is worthy of recognition. However, our factory's bidding requirements are very high this time. Your factory's situation... I'm afraid it's too suitable. Please go back and don't waste time."
The air in the office suddenly became stagnant.
Lu Qingyang's heart sank suddenly, the duck that was about to be cooked was disturbed by Cheng Yaojin who came to kill him halfway!
Zhou Fang was so anxious that his face turned red and he clenched his fists secretly.
Lu Qingyang took a deep breath and frowned. "Deputy Section Chief Hong, you are right. Stability is indeed important. The city's No. 1 clothing company is a long-established large factory, and its authenticity is beyond doubt."
Hong Liang raised his eyebrows, as if he didn't expect Lu Qingyang to follow his words.
Lu Qingyang changed the subject: "Director Sun, could you and the factory leaders give Feihong another chance? An opportunity to prove that our 'innovation' is not 'safe' and can bring 'better solutions'?"
He picked up the sample shirt and pinched the breathable mesh seams under the armpits with his fingers:
"You are worried about the durability of knitted fabrics in the complex environment of chemical plants. This concern is completely reasonable. We have sufficient confidence to adopt this solution. In addition to the anti-scratch test just now, we have also done a special finishing process on this fabric, which has excellent oil resistance and certain resistance to weak acids and weak alkalis."
"Words are not enough, is this okay? We are willing to provide 20 sets of this new work clothes for free. Please choose a workshop with relatively difficult conditions and greater wear and tear, and let the workers try them on for free for one month. After one month, please come and inspect them on site.
If there is a large area of damage, serious deformation, or the workers generally complain that it is too durable and too comfortable, our Feihong factory will immediately withdraw from the competition and bear all the costs of the samples! But if the workers are satisfied with the clothes and they have stood the test..."
"Then, I beg the factory leaders to give us Feihong Factory a fair chance to compete! We are willing to accept any challenges regarding quality, price, and delivery time under the same conditions!"
Free trial for one month? On-site inspection? Refund if you pass the test?
The worker representatives were even more excited: "Sun Ke, this is a good idea! Let us try it! Such nice clothes, we are willing to wear them to work and try!"
"That's it! We'll see the results in a month!"
Hong Liang's face instantly turned extremely ugly.
He didn't expect Lu Qingyang to do this, which completely disrupted his rhythm.
"Isn't this... is this in line with the rules?" Hong Liang tried to remain calm. "The bidding process..."
"I think Xiao Lu's proposal is very sincere and constructive! Rules are rigid, people are alive, and the factory leaders are most concerned about whether the workers are comfortable, safe, and can improve labor efficiency. Practice is the only criterion for testing truth! But, what is the original of this clothing?"
"Don't worry about Ben's situation. It will definitely be kept to a minimum."
Section Chief Sun nodded and said, "Xiao Lu, prepare 20 sets of sample clothes immediately, with all sizes. You should report to the factory manager in person and choose a suitable workshop for trial. Remember, you have to work hard for a month and don't let you down."
"You! Chief Sun! You guys promise to complete the mission!"
Hong Liang opened his mouth, watched Section Chief Sun make the decision, looked at Lu Qingyang's confident eyes, looked at the workers' excited expressions, his face turned pale, and in the end he could only snort coldly and left the office.
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