Navigating GeM Portal Tips and Tricks for Successful Bid Participation

1. NAVIGATING GEM PORTAL: TIPS AND TRICKS FOR SUCCESSFUL BID PARTICIPATION www.gem.gov.in

2. Launched in 2016 under the visionary guidance of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Government e Marketplace(GeM) is a revolutionary platform designed to facilitate the online procurement of Products and Services by various Central / State Government Ministries / Departments, Central / State Public Sector Enterprises, Autonomous Bodies, Panchayats, Single & Multi-State Cooperatives etc. Understanding how to bid on GeM portal is crucial for sellers looking to expand their business with government clientele. This blog covers the essential tips and tricks to successfully register and participate in e-bids floated on GeM portal. www.gem.gov.in

3. UNDERSTANDING GEM PORTAL Before diving into the GeM bidding process, it’s essential to understand the key features of the GeM portal: GeM is an online platform that brings together Central, State & Local Government buyers and pan-India sellers/service providers for procurement of products and services. Offering a paperless, cashless and contactless ecosystem powered by digitalisation and automation, GeM ensures enhanced efficiency, transparency and inclusivity in public procurement. www.gem.gov.in

4. The portal eliminates all barriers to entry, enabling marginalised seller groups like MSEs, Startups, Women- led Enterprises, SC/ST Entrepreneurs, Artisans, Weavers, Craftsmen, Self-Help Groups etc., to freely participate in public procurement. The portal allows exclusive marketplace listing and provides certain purchase preferences to marginalised seller groups, enabling them to thrive in marketplace irrespective of their size and turnover. www.gem.gov.in

5. STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS FOR REGISTERING AS A SELLER / SERVICE PROVIDER ON GEM: www.gem.gov.in

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7. Navigating GeM Dashboard www.gem.gov.in

8. After registration, you will have access to your GeM dashboard. This dashboard is your control centre, where you can manage your bids, view orders, update your profile and track payments. www.gem.gov.in

9. FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH KEY SECTIONS OF THE SELLER DASHBOARD: Notifications: All notifications regarding Latest Bids & Announcements will be published in this section. Summary: This section displays the following information: www.gem.gov.in

10. Seller rating: The Score of the seller on Parameters of Quality, Timely Delivery, Reliability and Coverage. Orders: The number of orders awaiting acceptance by the Seller and the total number of orders pending delivery from Seller. www.gem.gov.in

11. Bid/RA: The total bid notifications received by the seller for participation (1 Week data). The section also displays the bids participated by the seller where the Technical or Financial evaluation is pending. Products: The total products published by the Seller on GeM portal and the total number of products pending approval for publishing. www.gem.gov.in

12. Tips for Successful Bid Participation www.gem.gov.in

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14. Understand Buyer Requirement Carefully read the Bid Requirement Document to understand the buyer’s specifications and needs. Pay attention to information like quantity specific in BRD, delivery schedule and other terms and conditions specified by the Buyer. Ensure that your products or services meet the specifications before submitting your bid. www.gem.gov.in

15. Conclusion Participating in an e-bid on the GeM portal can significantly open up numerous business opportunities in public procurement domain. By understanding how to bid in GeM portal, staying updated, and adhering to best practices, you can enhance your chances of securing a bid on the portal. www.gem.gov.in