Authority: Supreme Court of India
Order Date: 10-08-2026
Case Overview
- Petitioners: Vineet Singh Construction Company Pvt. Ltd filed Special Leave Petitions (C) No. 18286/2026, with related SLP(C) Nos. 22651/2026 and 24365/2026, arising from the High Court of Chhattisgarh judgment dated 30‑04‑2026 in WPC No. 2064/2026.
- Respondents: State of Chhattisgarh and others.
- The dispute concerns two tender notices issued by the State: first on 17‑09‑2025 where the petitioner was declared L‑1 but the tender committee did not proceed with the bid; second on 10‑09‑2025 where the petitioner was again declared L‑1, but the award was cancelled on 27‑03‑2026.
- The petitioner seeks compensation ordered by the High Court; the State argues the offer can be reconsidered and price may be reduced.
Court Observations and Directions
1. The Additional Advocate General for Chhattisgarh, Bishwajit Dubey, indicated the State can consider the appellant’s offer without prejudice.
2. The Court noted the petitioner’s L‑1 status in both tenders and the State’s decision not to proceed or to cancel the award.
3. Senior counsel P.B. Suresh, on behalf of the petitioner, indicated willingness to negotiate a reduced price.
4. The Court directed that the matter be referred to the State Government for detailed consideration and appropriate decision.
5. The order directing the State to pay compensation to the petitioner is stayed pending final disposal of the Special Leave Petitions.
6. The matter is listed for further hearing on 03‑09‑2026.
Final Outcome
- Compensation payable to Vineet Singh Construction Company Pvt. Ltd is temporarily stayed.
- The State Government is instructed to examine the tender issues and decide on any revised offer.
- The case will be heard again on 3 September 2026.
Topics: Tender Dispute, Compensation Stay, Supreme Court Order