You want to know how to do LI (Limited Item / Limited Item Bidding / Limited Item Listing) on the GeM (Government e-Marketplace) portal . I’ll explain step by step in simple terms: 🔹 What is LI on GeM? On GeM, LI (Lowest Identified / Limited Item) generally refers to Lowest Bidder (L1) identification in tenders/RA (Reverse Auction). Sometimes users also say "LI" when they mean Limited Item Listing (putting a product/service with limited specifications). So I’ll cover both contexts : ✅ If you mean LI as Lowest Identified (L1) Bidder in Bid/RA This is when you want to participate in bids/tenders and become LI (lowest price supplier) . Steps: Login → Go to gem.gov.in and log in with your Seller ID. Search Opportunities → In the "Bids / RA" section, filter by your category/product/service. Check Eligibility → Read buyer requirements carefully (OEM, brand, compliance, experience, etc.). Quote Your Price → Submit your bid with the best comp...
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 .....