M/S Sam Built Well Pvt. Ltd. vs Deepak Builders

The Supreme Court addressed the validity of the eligibility criteria in the NIT dated 16th March 2017 for the construction of the Institute of Nano Science and Technology Campus, emphasizing that the criteria must be clear and not arbitrary as per the principles of fair competition. The Court held that the respondent's claims of having completed similar works met the stipulated requirements under Clause 8, thereby affirming the decision to accept their bid. The judgment reinforces the importance of transparency and fairness in the tendering process, aligning with the principles of public procurement.