#RTPP Act

Rajasthan High Court rules that shared premises, common chartered accountant, and notary between bidders create a rebuttable presumption of conflict of interest under Rule 81(3)(D) of the RTPP Rules, justifying disqualification even without evidence of actual bid rigging. The ruling sets a strict standard for bidder independence in public procurement.

The Rajasthan High Court has ruled that any post-bid negotiation in open tenders violates Section 15 of the RTPP Act, 2012, regardless of potential cost savings or public interest claims. This reinforces the sanctity of sealed bidding and holds public agencies accountable to transparent procurement standards, affecting all state-owned enterprises and tendering authorities in Rajasthan.

Rajasthan High Court quashes tender for Nakki Lake boat services due to non-compliance with Rule 68 of RTPP Rules 2013, affirming judicial review in public procurement.