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Procurement Types on GeM: An Overview for Purchasers and Vendors : ( Buyers and Sellers ):25

 Here’s an updated 2026-ready overview of procurement types on the Government e‑Marketplace (GeM) portal — tailored for both buyers (purchasers) and vendors (sellers/service-providers) — focusing on how the platform works now, what to expect moving forward, and how to make best use of it. 1. What is GeM and why it matters GeM is India’s government-run online marketplace for procurement of goods and services by central and state ministries, departments, PSUs, autonomous bodies etc. ( Gov e-Marketplace ) It aims to bring efficiency, transparency, and inclusiveness into public procurement. ( Testbook ) For buyers: Ensures standardized process, access to competition, audited trails. For vendors: Opens access to a large marketplace, but also means competition and compliance. 2. Key Procurement Modes on GeM (2026 context) These are the main ways procurements are executed via GeM — both for goods and services. 2.1 Direct / Cart-Based Purchase For items that are s...
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(ADVANCE) How to explain GeM (Government e-Marketplace) to newcomers: It's important to start simple, build up gradually, and use relatable examples.

🟦 How to Explain GeM (Advanced Level) to Newcomers Goal: Make even complex features easy to understand using real-world examples. 🧩 Step 1: Start Simple – A Relatable Analogy "Imagine Amazon or Flipkart – but it's only for the Government. Ministries, schools, public hospitals, and other government offices buy laptops, printers, furniture, or even services like cleaning and IT support – all through one secure, transparent platform: GeM." This sets a base understanding. Now, build from here. 🧱 Step 2: Explain Why GeM Exists – The 'Why' Behind It Before GeM: Government procurement was slow, involved lots of paperwork. Prone to favoritism, corruption, and overpricing. With GeM: Everything is digital, fast, and trackable. Saves money for the government. Provides equal opportunity to MSMEs, startups, female entrepreneurs, and even rural sellers. 🧠 Tip: Use this example: “A school in Assam can now directly buy laptops from a startup in Bangalore – no middlemen, no...
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(BASIC) How to explain GeM (Government e-Marketplace) to newcomers: It's important to start simple, build up gradually, and use relatable examples.

🟢 Basic Level: What is GeM? Definition: GeM (Government e-Marketplace) is an online platform created by the Government of India where government departments, ministries, and public sector units can buy goods and services from registered sellers in a transparent and efficient way. Analogy: Think of GeM like Amazon or Flipkart, but only for government buyers and verified sellers. Purpose: Ensure transparency, efficiency, and fair pricing. Eliminate middlemen and corruption in government procurement. Make it easy for even small sellers or startups to sell to the government. 🟡 Intermediate Level: How GeM Works 🛒 For Buyers (Govt Departments): Login using official government credentials. Search & compare products/services. Add to cart, generate comparative statement, and place order. Make payment and give feedback. 🛍️ For Sellers: Register with PAN, Aadhaar, Bank Details, GSTIN (if applicable). Upload product/service catalog with pricing...
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GeM Registration

         GeM Registration Strategic & Tactical Planning According to General Financial Regulation (GFR) 149 of the Government of India, all central government ministers, all public sector companies, all states / UTs who have signed MoUs with GeM, must procure general goods and services through the GeM portal simply by registering as sellers. Who can register GeM as a vendor / service provider? Any legal entity registered in India can register with GeM as a vendor / service provider. The following are the types of providers / service providers that can register on the GeM portal: Sole Proprietorship  – Either an unlisted organization or an individual consulting provider Partnership companies  – All registered partnership companies Companies  – All listed companies at once Pvt. Ltd. and Public Ltd. Trust / Society  – Any trust / registered company that sells goods and services PSU  – All public sector companies that sell goods / servic...
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