The Expectation of Reliance

When Star Paving submitted its bid to Drennan, it was well aware that Drennan was soliciting bids in order to calculate the amount it (Drennan) would bid for the construction project. Therefore,

Star Paving should not have reasonably expected Drennan to rely in a substantial way on its bid before acceptance.

Star Paving should have reasonably expected Drennan to rely in a substantial way on its bid before acceptance.