International Graphics, Inc. v. Bryant

George F. Hartje, Special Justice.

This action was brought against Kelly Bryant, as Secretary of the State of Arkansas, to require him, under a mandamus proceeding, to approve and accept several bids submitted by appellant, International Graphics, Inc., on state printing contracts. Appellant had submitted its bid in response to a Notice to Bidders on the appointed day and prior to the 10:00 a.m. deadline. The testimony is not in conflict as to what followed. About 11:30 a.m. while bids were being opened and read, but prior to any of appellant’s bids being opened and read, appellant notified…