Calcutta High Court Reaffirms Discretion Of Tendering Authority And Restricted Judicial Interference Upon Tender Qualifications

The Calcutta High Court reaffirmed the discretion of tendering authorities and restricted judicial interference in tender qualifications. The court emphasized that tendering authorities have the expertise to evaluate and decide on tender qualifications and that judicial interference should be limited to cases of arbitrariness or malafides. The court’s decision aims to uphold the autonomy of tendering authorities and ensure that the tender process is conducted fairly and transparently. The ruling provides clarity on the scope of judicial review in tender matters, reinforcing the principle that courts should not interfere with the technical and commercial decisions of tendering authorities unless there is clear evidence of wrongdoing.