**GeM (Government e-Marketplace) Portal: Key Changes in 2026 (up to June 2026)** regarding products, services, manpower, and L1-related processes. GeM is India's national procurement platform for government buyers. In 2026, it has seen ongoing updates for transparency, MSME support, digital features, expanded categories, and refined bidding rules. Procurement volume continues to grow significantly (already crossing high figures in FY26). Changes are evolutionary rather than revolutionary, focusing on compliance, new green/tech categories, and streamlining. ### 1. Products: New Categories, Listing & Procurement Rules - **New/Expanded Categories (2026)**: Significant additions to support government priorities like sustainability and tech: - EV (Electric Vehicles) products, charging equipment, batteries, and related maintenance. - Solar energy products (panels, inverters, installation). - Green building materials and eco-friendly/recycled products (with procu...
GeM tenders (Government e‑Marketplace) as of AUG, 2025 : 📝 GeM Tender Landscape (July 2025) Active and recent tenders include a wide array of requirements such as: Local chemist empanelment services (e.g., Ex‑Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme) closing as of July 31, 2025. Healthcare, staffing services , IT/telecom equipment, cleaning and sanitation, technical structures, and specialized machinery — many closing in late July to early August 2025 State-specific tenders , such as in Odisha and Gujarat , for items like HFO fuel, masks, biomass pallets, and cleaning contracts, also via the GeM portal ✅ Practical Tips for Bidders Prepare a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) – required for e‑te...