NTPC LIMITED vs ANSALDO CALDAIE BOILERS INDIA P.LD.

The Supreme Court ruled that the rejection of the Respondent's bid for the supply and installation of Steam Generator packages was justified as it did not meet the minimum qualifying requirements set out in the bid documents, specifically under Clause 7 of the Tender Document. The Court clarified that the definition of a Qualified Steam Generator Manufacturer must be strictly adhered to, and since the Respondent's proposed manufacturer, Ansaldo Caldaie, did not fulfill these criteria, the rejection was upheld. The Court emphasized the importance of compliance with tender conditions in public procurement processes.