15万元“搭桥”串通投标，深圳两人锒铛入狱

Group 1 - The case involves two defendants, Zhang and Fang, who were found guilty of colluding in a bidding process, resulting in illegal gains through bribery and manipulation of tender information [1][2] - The total amount involved in the three projects was approximately 1.54 million yuan, with Fang profiting over 187,000 yuan from the collusion [1][2] - The court ruled that the 150,000 yuan exchanged between the defendants was disguised as a loan but was actually a bribe, leading to their conviction for collusion in bidding [2][3] Group 2 - The court emphasized the importance of regulating bidding activities to protect public interests and maintain market order [3] - The legal framework surrounding bidding is designed to ensure fair competition and optimal resource allocation, which was undermined by the defendants' actions [3] - The ruling serves as a deterrent against corrupt practices in the bidding process, reinforcing the integrity of the tendering system [3]