Here are some updates and changes happening on the GeM Portal between May 2024 and December 2024: 1. **Technical Overhaul**: The GeM portal will undergo a major technical overhaul, making it temporarily unavailable from **00:00 hrs of 27th November 2024 to 23:59 hrs of 5th December 2024**. 2. **Scheduled Maintenance**: Periodic scheduled maintenance will be conducted to improve system performance and security | National Public Procurement Portal ...](https://gem.gov.in/). 3. **Policy Updates**: Amendments in procurement policies and financial rules may be implemented | National Public Procurement Portal ...](https://gem.gov.in/). 4. **New Features**: Introduction of new features and functionalities to enhance user experience and streamline the procurement process | National Public Procurement Portal ...](https://gem.gov.in/). 5. **Notification Delays**: Users might experience receiving email and SMS notifications delays due to system updates | National Public Procurement Portal .....
STRESS DURING FILLING TENDER/MAKING DOCUMENTS Filling out a tender and preparing the necessary documents can indeed be a stressful process, especially if you're dealing with a competitive bid or a significant project. Here are some tips to help you manage the stress during this process: Start Early : Give yourself ample time to work on the tender and documents. Rushing through the process can increase stress. Begin as soon as you receive the tender invitation. Read the Instructions Carefully : Make sure you thoroughly understand the requirements and guidelines outlined in the tender documents. This will help prevent costly mistakes. Create a Checklist : Organize your tasks by creating a checklist of all the documents and information you need to provide. This can help you stay on track and reduce the feeling of being overwhelmed. Team Collaboration : If possible, work with a team. Delegating tasks and collaborating with colleagues can help distribute the workload and reduce indivi...