1. The petitioner is a registered partnership firm. The respondent no.1
issued a notice inviting tender on January 17, 2024. The tender was for
special repair work relating to sewage line at Strandline under GE
(Central), Kolkata. The petitioner submitted its bid. The petitioner was
the successful bidder. The respondent no.1 issued a letter of acceptance
on September 11, 2024. A formal contract was executed between the
parties on the same day as the letter of acceptance i.e. September 11,
2024. A work order was issued and the date of commencement of the
work was scheduled as October 5, 2024. It is contended that the General
Conditions of Contract (IAFW-2249) and its subsequent amendments were
made applicable to the subject contract.
