Here are some of the latest updates (as of October 24, 2025) relating to the GeM Portal (Government e-Marketplace) e-tenders and procurement ecosystem in India:
✅ Key Recent Updates
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The GeM portal is planning to introduce global tendering / international bidder access. That means suppliers from abroad will soon be able to participate in certain GeM tenders, increasing competition & potentially better value. \Along with global access, GeM is also working on adding rate-contract functionalities (i.e., longer term contracts for goods/services via GeM) and other enhancements.
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A policy change: For scientific research institutions, the procurement rules have been eased such that they have more autonomy — purchases outside GeM or non-lowest-bidder may now be permitted under certain limits.
Usage statistics: For example, between 2020-21 and 2024-25 the state of Uttar Pradesh has emerged as the top buyer on GeM, with procurements worth ~₹65,000 crore via GeM.
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On the operational side: There have been updates to seller / OEM / reseller authorizations. For instance, GeM introduced a dual-level approval system for resellers to reduce misuse of authorization codes and strengthen OEM management.
📝 What this means for users / bidders
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If you are a vendor or business looking at GeM tenders: keep an eye out for new opportunities that may open up globally, meaning increased competition but also increased opportunity.
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Review your eligibility and registration status (e.g., OEM/reseller authorization) because stricter controls are being put in place.
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For research labs / institutions: the eased rules mean more flexibility in procurement outside of GeM or non-L1 criteria in certain cases — good to check if you fall in that category.
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For states/PSUs: The increasing volumes show that GeM is becoming a major procurement channel — so integration, compliance, and process efficiency are important.
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For all users: Regularly monitor the “All Bids / RA” section on GeM as new tenders are being posted continuously.
📌 Important Reminders / Best Practices
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Ensure your GeM registration (as seller/buyer) is up-to-date: PAN, GST, bank details, MSME/UDYAM certificate (if applicable).
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For bid preparation: Read the tender documents carefully: eligibility, product/service specification, bid submission deadlines. Guides for 2025 emphasise this.
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Use filters/search tools for relevant tenders (category, state, closing date) so you don’t miss opportunities.
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Keep watch for major policy changes (e.g., global tendering, rate contracts) — adapting early can give competitive advantage.
If you like, I can pull a list of specific high-value GeM tenders (say in Oct 2025) open in your region (Haryana / Delhi NCR) for you — would that be helpful?
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Here are the latest updates (as of 24 Oct 2025) on the Government e‑Marketplace (GeM) Portal (GeM) in India — summarised for clarity and actionable insight:
📌 Key Updates
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The official GeM “Notifications / Latest” page (last updated 24 Oct 2025) shows a number of platform enhancements — e.g., new roles (Technical Evaluator), improved MSE verification, new seller-app features. Gov e-Marketplace+1
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GeM is actively planning a “Global Tender Enquiry” / international bidder access feature: this would allow global vendors to participate in GeM-procurements (subject to policy) to increase competition and value.
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The categories of products & services listed on GeM continue to expand (new categories added).
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There is a stronger focus on “brand registration for custom bids” — e.g., from 15 May 2025, only pre-registered brands on GeM can participate in certain custom bids.
🧭 Implications / What Users Should Note
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If you are a supplier / seller on GeM:
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Ensure your registration (bank details, MSME/UDYAM status, GST/PAN etc) is fully up to date.
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Check whether your brand is registered, if you intend to participate in custom bid categories.
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Monitor upcoming policy change for global tendering — this may open up new business opportunities but will also increase competition.
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If you are a buyer / procurement department:
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Leverage new platform features (Technical-Evaluator role, improved MSE verification) to strengthen supplier selection.
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Be ready for multi-jurisdiction / global procurement norms if the global tendering feature goes live.
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For both parties: The expansion of categories means more opportunities but also more diligence required (specifications, cataloguing etc).
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Keep an eye on official updates/notifications — changes in policy or process may be frequent in 2025 as GeM scales.
✅ Quick Snapshot
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Platform functioning: live, widely adopted, and undergoing enhancements.
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Intent to widen scope: global bidders, expanded categories, stronger brand oversight.
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Compliance & registration matters: brand registration, MSE verification, roles like Technical Evaluator.
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Watch-points: When will global tendering actually launch? What categories will open up? How will brand-registration rules affect eligibility?_____________________________________________________________________
📌 Important Reminders / Best Practices
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Ensure your GeM registration (as seller/buyer) is up-to-date: PAN, GST, bank details, MSME/UDYAM certificate (if applicable).
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For bid preparation: Read the tender documents carefully: eligibility, product/service specification, bid submission deadlines. Guides for 2025 emphasise this.
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Use filters/search tools for relevant tenders (category, state, closing date) so you don’t miss opportunities.
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Keep watch for major policy changes (e.g., global tendering, rate contracts) — adapting early can give competitive advantage.
🧭 Implications / What Users Should Note
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If you are a supplier / seller on GeM:
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Ensure your registration (bank details, MSME/UDYAM status, GST/PAN etc) is fully up to date.
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Check whether your brand is registered, if you intend to participate in custom bid categories.
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Monitor upcoming policy change for global tendering — this may open up new business opportunities but will also increase competition.
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If you are a buyer / procurement department:
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Leverage new platform features (Technical-Evaluator role, improved MSE verification) to strengthen supplier selection.
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Be ready for multi-jurisdiction / global procurement norms if the global tendering feature goes live.
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For both parties: The expansion of categories means more opportunities but also more diligence required (specifications, cataloguing etc).
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Keep an eye on official updates/notifications — changes in policy or process may be frequent in 2025 as GeM scales.
✅ Quick Snapshot
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Platform functioning: live, widely adopted, and undergoing enhancements.
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Intent to widen scope: global bidders, expanded categories, stronger brand oversight.
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Compliance & registration matters: brand registration, MSE verification, roles like Technical Evaluator.
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Watch-points: When will global tendering actually launch? What categories will open up? How will brand-registration rules affect eligibility?
If you like, I can pull the full list of recent GeM policy circulars/notifications (2025 version, with links and dates) — would that be useful for you?
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