# Can a Proponent Claim Damages for Lost Profits in a Successful Judicial Review of a Non-Binding Rfp? ▴ Question

**Published:** 2025-08-08
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## Concept

The ability of a proponent to claim damages for lost profits following a [successful judicial review](https://prime.greeks.live/question/can-a-public-body-be-subject-to-judicial-review-for-a-non-binding-rfp-process/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) of a non-binding Request for Proposal (RFP) hinges on a complex legal distinction. At its core, the challenge resides in reconciling the explicitly “non-binding” nature of the procurement document with the implicit legal duties of fairness that may arise during the [procurement process](https://prime.greeks.live/area/procurement-process/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite), particularly when public entities are involved. A non-binding RFP, by design, is intended to be an exploratory mechanism, a solicitation of information or proposals that does not automatically create a legal obligation on the part of the issuing body to accept any submission or to enter into a definitive contract.

This structure is meant to provide the purchasing institution with maximum flexibility, allowing it to negotiate, refine requirements, or even cancel the process without incurring the kind of liability associated with a formal, binding tender. However, the legal system, especially in jurisdictions like Canada, has established that public bodies exercising a statutory power of procurement cannot operate in a vacuum. They are subject to [administrative law](https://prime.greeks.live/area/administrative-law/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) principles of fairness and reasonableness. Consequently, even in a non-binding process, a public authority typically owes a [duty of fairness](https://prime.greeks.live/area/duty-of-fairness/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) to all participants.

> A judicial review in this context serves as a mechanism to hold public bodies accountable for the procedural integrity of their procurement decisions.

A [successful judicial](https://prime.greeks.live/question/can-a-public-body-be-subject-to-judicial-review-for-a-non-binding-rfp-process/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) review does not automatically entitle a proponent to [lost profits](https://prime.greeks.live/area/lost-profits/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite). The primary remedy in administrative law is often to quash the flawed decision, effectively nullifying the contract award and perhaps requiring the public body to re-run the procurement process. The court in such a review is scrutinizing the process for fairness, reasonableness, and good faith, not necessarily the outcome in a commercial sense. As established in cases like Rapiscan Systems Inc. v.

Canada (Attorney General), even when a procurement decision is found to be unfair or unreasonable, lost profit damages may not be available if the process did not create a specific type of contractual relationship from the outset. This creates a critical fork in the legal road ▴ one path is the administrative law remedy of [judicial review](https://prime.greeks.live/area/judicial-review/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite), which polices the fairness of the public body’s actions, and the other is the contract law remedy of damages, which compensates for a commercial loss. A proponent’s ability to claim lost profits depends on their capacity to bridge the gap between these two legal domains.

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## Strategy

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## The Contract a and Contract B Framework

The central strategic pillar for a proponent seeking lost profits is the “Contract A/Contract B” legal framework, a concept firmly rooted in Canadian [procurement law](https://prime.greeks.live/area/procurement-law/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite). This framework posits that a procurement process can give rise to two distinct contracts. “Contract B” is the ultimate performance contract for the goods or services. “Contract A” is a preliminary [process contract](https://prime.greeks.live/area/process-contract/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) that comes into existence upon the submission of a compliant bid in response to the RFP.

This preliminary contract governs the conduct of the procurement process itself, binding all compliant bidders and the purchasing authority to the terms and conditions laid out in the [RFP documents](https://prime.greeks.live/area/rfp-documents/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite). The most critical implied term of [Contract A](https://prime.greeks.live/area/contract-a/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) is the duty of fairness and good faith.

A proponent’s primary strategy is to argue that, despite the “non-binding” label and any associated privilege clauses, the specific language and structure of the RFP, coupled with the conduct of the parties, gave rise to a Contract A. If a court accepts that a Contract A was formed, the procurement authority’s failure to conduct the process fairly ▴ for instance, by accepting a non-compliant bid, applying unstated [evaluation criteria](https://prime.greeks.live/area/evaluation-criteria/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite), or demonstrating bias ▴ constitutes a [breach of Contract](https://prime.greeks.live/area/breach-of-contract/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) A. This breach opens the door to a claim for contractual damages, which can include the profits the proponent would have earned had it been awarded Contract B. The success of this strategy depends entirely on the court’s interpretation of the RFP documents. Courts will look past the “non-binding” disclaimer to analyze the substance of the arrangement.

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## Factors Influencing the Formation of Contract A

Several factors are determinative in whether a court will find that a Contract A was formed. The presence of specific, mandatory requirements, detailed evaluation criteria, and language indicating a formal, structured competition can all point towards the creation of a process contract. Conversely, highly flexible, open-ended language and explicit statements that the RFP is merely a request for information and may be negotiated or cancelled at any time will weigh against the formation of Contract A.

- **Bid Security** ▴ A requirement for bidders to submit a deposit or bid bond is a strong indicator of a formal, binding process (Contract A).

- **Formal Submission Requirements** ▴ Prescribed forms, irrevocable submission deadlines, and specific legal representations within the bid documents suggest the creation of a process contract.

- **Explicit Disclaimers** ▴ The presence and wording of privilege clauses (e.g. “the lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted”) and clauses explicitly disclaiming an intention to create a binding process are significant, though not always determinative.

- **Evaluation Criteria** ▴ The more detailed and rigid the evaluation criteria, the more the process resembles a formal competition governed by Contract A.

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## Alternative Pathways When Contract a Is Absent

In situations where the court determines no Contract A was formed, the proponent’s strategy must shift. As seen in the Rapiscan case, the absence of Contract A precludes a direct claim for lost profits based on breach of contract. However, the administrative law remedy of judicial review remains a viable path. A successful judicial review can result in the impugned contract award being set aside.

While this does not yield damages directly, it can reset the procurement process, giving the wronged proponent another opportunity to compete. Strategically, the threat of a successful judicial review, with its associated delays and costs, can provide a proponent with significant leverage to negotiate a favorable settlement with the public body.

### Strategic Approaches Based on RFP Type

| Scenario | Primary Legal Basis | Available Remedy | Likelihood of Lost Profits |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Formal Tender with Contract A | Breach of Contract A | Damages, including lost profits | High (if breach and causation are proven) |
| Non-Binding RFP (No Contract A) | Administrative Law (Duty of Fairness) | Quashing the award decision; re-evaluation | Low to None (damages are not a primary remedy) |
| Negotiated RFP | Potentially Contract A or Administrative Law | Varies depending on process specifics | Moderate (depends on interpretation) |

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## Execution

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## Proving the Claim for Lost Profits

Executing a successful claim for lost profits requires a proponent to navigate a rigorous, multi-stage legal process. Once it has been established that the procurement process gave rise to a Contract A and that this contract was breached, the proponent must then prove two further, critical elements ▴ causation and quantum. This means demonstrating with a high degree of certainty that the breach of fairness was the direct cause of the proponent’s failure to be awarded the ultimate performance contract (Contract B) and then providing a reliable calculation of the profits that were lost as a result.

The first step, proving causation, involves showing that the proponent submitted a compliant bid and stood a substantial, not speculative, chance of winning. This does not require proving they would have won for certain, but it does demand evidence that their proposal was highly competitive and that, absent the unfairness in the process, there was a real and substantial likelihood of success. This often involves a detailed forensic analysis of the proponent’s bid versus the winning bid, benchmarked against the stated evaluation criteria in the RFP.

> Successfully claiming lost profits transforms a procedural grievance into a quantifiable financial recovery, requiring precise evidence of both the unfairness of the process and the certainty of the resulting loss.

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## Quantifying the Damages

Once causation is established, the focus shifts to the quantification of damages. The guiding principle is to place the plaintiff in the same position they would have been in had the contract been performed. For lost profits, this is not a matter of guesswork.

Courts require that the loss be capable of proof with reasonable certainty, based on known, reliable factors. A proponent must present a detailed and credible calculation of the profits they expected to earn from Contract B. This calculation typically involves:

- **Projected Revenue** ▴ The total revenue that would have been generated over the life of the contract.

- **Direct Costs** ▴ The direct costs of performing the work, including labor, materials, and subcontractor expenses.

- **Indirect Costs and Overhead** ▴ A reasonable allocation of the company’s general and administrative overhead to the project.

- **Contingencies** ▴ An accounting for potential risks and uncertainties that could have affected profitability.

This financial evidence must be robust and well-documented, often requiring expert testimony from accountants or industry specialists. The defendant will rigorously challenge these calculations, seeking to demonstrate that they are speculative or fail to account for all relevant costs and risks.

### Evidentiary Requirements for a Lost Profits Claim

| Legal Element | Type of Evidence Required | Purpose |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Breach of Contract A | RFP documents, evaluation records, correspondence with the procuring entity, witness testimony from evaluators. | To prove the procurement process was unfair, biased, or deviated from the stated rules. |
| Causation | The proponent’s compliant bid, analysis of the winning bid, expert reports comparing the bids against the evaluation criteria. | To demonstrate a real and substantial chance of winning the contract absent the breach. |
| Quantum of Damages | Historical financial statements, project cost breakdowns, revenue projections, expert testimony from forensic accountants. | To calculate the net profit lost with reasonable certainty. |

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## The Impact of Contractual Damage Waivers

A final and critical element in the execution of a claim is the presence of any limitation of liability or damages waiver clauses in the RFP documents. It is common for procuring entities to include clauses that attempt to bar claims for consequential damages, which can sometimes include lost profits. The enforceability of these waivers is a matter of contractual interpretation. Courts will strictly construe such clauses against the party seeking to rely on them.

A key legal battleground is often whether the lost profits in question are “direct” damages (flowing naturally from the breach of Contract A) or “consequential” damages (a more remote consequence). If the profits are deemed direct damages, a waiver of consequential damages may not protect the procuring entity. This distinction underscores the importance of precise legal analysis of the contract language before embarking on a costly legal action.

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## References

- Latus, Paul. “Negotiated RFPs and Judicial Review.” The Procurement Office, 2017.

- Latus, Paul. “Compliance Issues Trigger Lost Profit Claims.” The Procurement Office, 2008.

- Lundin, Peter. “Lost Profits Damages Awardable When They Were Within the Parties’ Contemplation When the Contract Was Entered Into.” Lundin PLLC, 2022.

- Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP. “Lost Profit Damages Must Flow Directly From the Contract’s Subject Matter.” Finnegan, 2023.

- Haber, Jeffrey M. “Lost Profits and Promises of Future Performance.” Freiberger Haber LLP, 2022.

- R. v. Ron Engineering & Construction (Eastern) Ltd. 1 S.C.R. 111.

- M.J.B. Enterprises Ltd. v. Defence Construction (1951) Ltd. 1 S.C.R. 619.

- Swan, Angela, and Jakub Adamski. Canadian Contract Law. LexisNexis Canada, 2021.

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## Reflection

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## The Architecture of Procedural Risk

The potential for a lost profits claim, even in the context of a “non-binding” RFP, reveals a fundamental architecture of risk in [public procurement](https://prime.greeks.live/area/public-procurement/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite). For proponents, the system demands a dual-track analysis, weighing the potential for a contractual remedy against the more limited, though still potent, administrative law challenge. It compels a strategic assessment of not just the commercial opportunity, but the procedural integrity of the competition itself. For procuring entities, it serves as a powerful reminder that disclaimers and privilege clauses are not impenetrable shields.

The duty of fairness is an implied architectural component of public purchasing, and its breach can dismantle an otherwise carefully constructed procurement process. The ultimate takeaway is that the language of procurement documents creates a system of obligations, and understanding the precise mechanics of that system is the definitive factor in navigating the inherent risks and opportunities.

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## Glossary

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## Successful Judicial Review

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## Procurement Process

Meaning ▴ The Procurement Process defines a formalized methodology for acquiring necessary resources, such as liquidity, derivatives products, or technology infrastructure, within a controlled, auditable framework specifically tailored for institutional digital asset operations. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/administrative-law/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Administrative Law

Meaning ▴ Administrative Law, within the operational architecture of institutional digital asset derivatives, defines the codified set of foundational rules and procedures governing participant conduct and systemic functionality. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/duty-of-fairness/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Duty of Fairness

Meaning ▴ The Duty of Fairness represents a foundational systemic obligation within a digital asset trading venue or protocol, ensuring equitable treatment of all eligible participants. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/can-a-public-body-be-subject-to-judicial-review-for-a-non-binding-rfp-process/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Successful Judicial

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## Lost Profits

Meaning ▴ Lost profits represent the quantifiable economic detriment, specifically the foregone net income or revenue, that an entity would have realized had a particular event, such as a contractual breach or market anomaly, not disrupted its anticipated operational trajectory. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/judicial-review/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Judicial Review

Meaning ▴ Judicial Review, within the context of a robust financial operating system for institutional digital asset derivatives, defines a core systemic validation process. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/process-contract/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Process Contract

Meaning ▴ A Process Contract defines a formalized, executable specification for a multi-stage operational or financial workflow within a digital asset ecosystem. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/procurement-law/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Procurement Law

Meaning ▴ Procurement Law defines the regulatory and contractual framework for institutional acquisition of goods and services. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/rfp-documents/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Rfp Documents

Meaning ▴ RFP Documents constitute formal solicitations issued by institutional principals to prospective vendors, requesting detailed proposals for the provision of services, technology solutions, or liquidity in the digital asset derivatives domain. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/contract-a/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Contract A

Meaning ▴ Contract A defines a standardized, digitally-native forward agreement for a specific digital asset. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/evaluation-criteria/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Evaluation Criteria

Meaning ▴ Evaluation Criteria define the quantifiable metrics and qualitative standards against which the performance, compliance, or risk profile of a system, strategy, or transaction is rigorously assessed. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/breach-of-contract/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Breach of Contract

Meaning ▴ A breach of contract, within the context of institutional digital asset derivatives, represents a critical deviation from the predefined operational parameters or agreed-upon execution logic embedded within a financial protocol or smart contract. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/public-procurement/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Public Procurement

Meaning ▴ Public Procurement defines the structured acquisition of goods, services, and works by governmental bodies and public entities, operating under a stringent framework of regulations designed to ensure fairness, transparency, and optimal value for public funds. </a>

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### [How Does the “Contract A/Contract B” Theory Apply to Lawsuits Involving RFP Amendments?](https://options.greeks.live/question/how-does-the-contract-a-contract-b-theory-apply-to-lawsuits-involving-rfp-amendments/)
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The "Contract A/Contract B" theory frames an RFP as a two-stage legal process, where amendments must be managed with precision to maintain fairness and avoid litigation.

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### [What Is the Legal Difference between a Binding Tender and a Non-Binding Rfp?](https://options.greeks.live/question/what-is-the-legal-difference-between-a-binding-tender-and-a-non-binding-rfp/)
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A binding tender creates an immediate process contract upon submission; a non-binding RFP initiates a structured negotiation with no initial legal bond.

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### [How Does a Privilege Clause in an Rfp Affect the Obligations under Contract A?](https://options.greeks.live/question/how-does-a-privilege-clause-in-an-rfp-affect-the-obligations-under-contract-a/)
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A privilege clause modifies Contract A by granting the owner discretionary power over the tender, yet this power remains constrained by an overriding duty of fairness.

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### [How Does the Contract a and Contract B Framework Impact Rfp Communications?](https://options.greeks.live/question/how-does-the-contract-a-and-contract-b-framework-impact-rfp-communications/)
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The Contract A/B framework imposes a binding legal discipline on RFP communications, demanding formal, transparent, and equitable information exchange.

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### [Can a Bidder Successfully Sue for Proposal Costs If an Rfp Is Cancelled under a Broad Privilege Clause?](https://options.greeks.live/question/can-a-bidder-successfully-sue-for-proposal-costs-if-an-rfp-is-cancelled-under-a-broad-privilege-clause/)
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A bidder can sue for proposal costs if the owner's cancellation breaches the implied duty of fairness in the bidding contract.

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### [What Are the Primary Legal Differences between a Tender Process and an Rfp Process in Public Sector Procurement?](https://options.greeks.live/question/what-are-the-primary-legal-differences-between-a-tender-process-and-an-rfp-process-in-public-sector-procurement/)
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A tender creates a binding process contract upon bid submission; an RFP initiates a flexible, non-binding negotiation.

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### [Under What Circumstances Can Bidders Successfully Sue for Lost Profits after an Rfp Is Withdrawn?](https://options.greeks.live/question/under-what-circumstances-can-bidders-successfully-sue-for-lost-profits-after-an-rfp-is-withdrawn/)
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A bidder may sue for lost profits if it can prove the RFP's withdrawal breached an implied contract for a fair bidding process.

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### [How Does the Legal Concept of “Contract A” Affect a Bidder’s Rights in an Rfp Process?](https://options.greeks.live/question/how-does-the-legal-concept-of-contract-a-affect-a-bidders-rights-in-an-rfp-process/)
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Contract A creates a binding preliminary contract from a compliant bid, granting bidders enforceable rights to a fair and transparent RFP process.

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### [How Can an Rfp Disclaimer Clause Affect a Bidder’s Ability to Sue for Breach of Contract?](https://options.greeks.live/question/how-can-an-rfp-disclaimer-clause-affect-a-bidders-ability-to-sue-for-breach-of-contract/)
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An RFP disclaimer clause systemically attempts to negate the formation of a binding process contract, thereby limiting a bidder's grounds to sue.

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