What public procurement officials want to know when buying GenAI
GenAI is everywhere. Not only in discussions at every procurement event, but increasingly as part of any software or service we are using. It...
Govt working on modalities to mandate green steel public procurement
Green steel refers to steel produced with significantly reduced carbon emissions compared to traditional methods. The government is working on modalities to mandate public...
Understanding Karnataka’s Public Procurement Guidelines [Govt-Backed Sources Only!]
Karnataka is one of India’s economically leading states with an estimated GSDP (Gross State Domestic Product) of 28 lakh crore in 2024-25. The state...
Gem Transforming Public Procurement with Transparency and Tech
Envisioned in 2016, Government e Marketplace (GeM) has revolutionised public procurement through transparency, efficiency and innovation. Developed by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry,...
What is Security deposits in Tender
When you participate in a government or private tender, then you must have heard the word “ Security Deposit”. Whether it is the railway,...
The growth of Government e-Marketplace (GeM) since 2016 indicates a strong growth...
The Government e-Marketplace, the platform for India’s small and medium enterprises to sell to the government, has seen tremendous growth in terms of GMV...
Public Procurement and Property Scottish Procurement Vlog – June 2025
In this latest vlog, Nick provides an overview of the last quarter with achievements and updates from across the Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate....
Minimum Government, Maximum Governance: Reimagining Public Procurement in India
Fixing procurement demands more than procedural tweaks, it requires a strategic shift in how the system is built and led. Reform depends on a...
Governments should strengthen public trust by improving efficiency, citizen engagement and access...
Governments can strengthen public trust by ensuring meaningful public engagement in decision-making, using tools such as spending reviews and digital technologies to increase efficiency...
Building a resilient supply chain ecosystem
In today’s complex, interconnected world, supply chains are no longer just about cost and efficiency—they are about resilience, agility, and strategic advantage. For India,...