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171c48b0-d4c5-4673-a21e-bfdfff3349dc |
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The Lahore High Court ruled in favor of the petitioner, Messrs Alsiddique Oil and Rice Mills, stating that the forfeiture of their call deposit amounting to Rs. 348,544 was illegal. The Court emphasized that there was no time frame set for the validity of the offer in the tender form or advertisement, which rendered the forfeiture a nullity in the eyes of law and against principles of natural justice. The Court directed the authorities to refund the amount within one month. |
| Summary |
In the case of Messrs Alsiddique Oil and Rice Mills vs Inspector General of Prisons, Punjab, Lahore, the Lahore High Court addressed the issue of forfeiture of a call deposit related to a tender for supplying rice. The petitioner deposited Rs. 348,544 as a call deposit during the tender process, which was found to be the lowest bid. However, the authorities forfeited the amount without providing a valid reason or a notice. The Court found this action to violate natural justice principles and ordered the refund of the amount. The ruling highlights the importance of transparency and adherence to procedural fairness in public procurement processes, making it a significant case for future reference in administrative law and tender disputes. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
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| Judges |
CH. MUHAMMAD TARIQ, J
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| Lawyers |
Ch. Muhammad Amin Javaid,
Raja Abdul Qayyum,
Rana Shamshad Khan
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| Petitioners |
Messrs ALSIDDIQUE OIL AND RICE MILLS through Sole Proprietor
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| Respondents |
another,
INSPECTOR GENERAL OF PRISONS, PUNJAB, LAHORE
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| Citations |
2010 SLD 2395 = 2010 CLC 1627
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Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Constitution of Pakistan (1973)
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| Sections |
199
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