14. Except in a case of superior force, the opening of tenders must immediately follow the time limit set for the receipt of tenders. In a case of superior force, the opening of tenders shall be done at a later date, after notice has been given to the persons to whom documents relating to the call for tenders have been forwarded.
R.R.Q., 1981, c. A-6, r. 6, s. 14.