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Apr 16, 2024 election-law comelec government-procurement disqualification smartmatic gpra

When Can the Comelec Disqualify Bidders? Electoral Integrity vs Procurement Law

The Supreme Court rules on the limits of Comelec's power to disqualify bidders under procurement law.

May 11, 2021 election law senate electoral tribunal election protest comelec retention fees supreme court

Election Protest Costs: The Supreme Court Ruling on Retention Fees for Election Equipment

The Supreme Court explains why the Senate Electoral Tribunal cannot rule on contract validity in election protest cost disputes.

Jun 13, 2012 election law government procurement comelec automated election system public bidding option to purchase

Automated Elections Public Bidding vs Comelec Discretion in Purchasing the AES for the 2013 Elections

Supreme Court upholds Comelec's exercise of option to purchase PCOS machines for 2013 elections, ruling no new public bidding was required.