M/S. S.K.L. CO. vs CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICER .

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision that the awarding of the contract for leasing Front Second Class Luggage Rake (FSLR) and Ventilated Parcel Van (VP) was invalid, citing violations of the principles of fair competition and transparency in public procurement. The Court emphasized that the tender process must adhere to established norms to prevent arbitrary decision-making, thereby reinforcing the legal principle that public authorities must act within the bounds of law and fairness. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's ruling that the impugned notification was quashed.