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Smarter Bidding on GeM in 2026–27: A Complete Guide for Indian Sellers

Your Complete Guide to Smarter Bidding in 2026–27 Modern Rules for Modern Procurement Excellence In the fast-changing world of procurement, bidding in 2026–27 is no longer about submitting the lowest price or copying old templates. Today, smarter bidding means strategy, compliance, technology, and value creation — all working together. Whether you’re a supplier, tender executive, consultant, or business owner, understanding modern procurement rules can significantly increase your chances of winning bids while reducing costly mistakes. Let’s break it down. Why Smarter Bidding Matters in 2026–27 Procurement platforms, evaluation methods, and buyer expectations have evolved. Buyers now look beyond price and focus on: Value for money Compliance and credibility Timely delivery Sustainability and social impact Smarter bidding helps you stand out in a crowded marketplace and build long-term trust with buyers. 1. Understand the Market Before You Bid Successful bidding start...

GeM Portal :- E-Tenders. (LATEST UPDATES 2025 / 24Th Oct

 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 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.  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. On the ...

HOW TO DO LI ON GEM PORTAL OR L1 COMPARISION

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...

Key Benefits of Selling on GeM Portal.

                     Selling on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM)   Portal offers a host of compelling benefits for businesses—especially MSMEs, startups, and smaller enterprises—looking to tap into India’s vast public procurement market. Here are the key advantages : 1. Direct Access to a Massive Government Market GeM connects sellers directly with Central and State Government departments, PSUs, and autonomous bodies —eliminating intermediaries and broadening buyer reach. The platform supports millions of sellers and buyers. As of May 2025, GeM boasts: Over 2.86 crore orders ₹13.60 lakh crore in GMV 23 lakh+ sellers , including 10.4 lakh MSEs and 30,866 startups Remarkable growth: GMV soared from ₹422 crore at launch to ₹5.43 lakh crore recently, highlighting its expanding reach and adoption. 2. Zero Registration Fees & Lower Entry Barriers Registration on GeM is completely free , making it highly...