27/2026 Const. P. M/s. SSS Corporation (Petitioner) V/S Province of Sindh & others (Respondent)

27/2026 Const. P. M/s. SSS Corporation (Petitioner) V/S Province of Sindh & others (Respondent) Sindh High Court

Bench: Hon'ble Mr. Justice Adnan-ul-Karim Memon(Author), Hon'ble Mr. Justice Muhammad Hasan (Akber) Order Date: 21-MAY-26

Nevertheless, it is equally well-settled that public procurement and management of public assets must strictly conform to the principles of transparency, fairness, equality of opportunity, and compliance with Articles 4, 18, and 25 of the Constitution. Any continued arrangement beyond contractual expiry, if not strictly backed by lawful authority, must be regularized through a transparent and reasoned decision, ensuring that no party is arbitrarily excluded and that public revenue and interest are safeguarded. Accordingly, while declining to grant the substantive reliefs sought by the Petitioner at this stage, this petition is disposed of with the directions to The Respondent No.2/competent authority shall, within a period of two months, positively finalize its decision regarding the conduct of fresh auction or any lawful interim arrangement strictly in accordance with applicable rules and policy. Such a decision shall be taken after providing a proper opportunity of hearing to the Petitioner and all concerned stakeholders, ensuring transparency and fairness in the process. A speaking order shall be passed, clearly reflecting reasons addressing the issues of transparency, continuation of arrangements, and future bidding process. It is clarified that until such final decision is taken, the matter shall remain within the domain of the competent authority; however, the same shall not be construed as approval of any arrangement found to be contrary to law. 9. The petition, along with pending application(s), is disposed of in the above terms.