Blackpool and Fylde Aero Club v Blackpool Borough Council (1990) explores contractual obligations in tendering. The court held that issuing a tender invitation creates an implied obligation to consider all compliant bids.
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🏛️ Court: Court of Appeal (Civil Division) 🗓️ Judgment Date: 25 May 1990 🗂️ Where Reported: [1990] 1 W.L.R. 1195; [1990] 3 All E.R. 25 📍 Jurisdiction: United Kingdom
⚖️ Legal Principles
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Implied Contractual Obligation: When a party invites tenders with explicit procedural rules, such as deadlines, it creates an implied obligation to consider all timely and conforming bids. This principle upholds fairness and procedural integrity, ensuring invitees' efforts in complying with stated terms are respected and legally enforceable.