Government e-Marketplace to have global tendering features soon: Official
New Delhi: Public procurement platform, the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) plans to include rate contract and global tendering functionalities in a month or so, top...
Modernizing & Elevating Public Procurement: Embracing Technology and Collaboration
Several key factors are driving the modernization of public procurement, from the integration of emerging technologies to enhanced collaboration and efforts elevate the procurement...
AI in Procurement Is a Game Changer for Government
Artificial intelligence has permeated dozens of government functions over the past few years, and government procurement is no exception. Jim Weaver, former North Carolina CIO, told...
Transforming Government Through Smart Procurement: A Blueprint for Digital Transformation
Smart procurement is transforming how public services are delivered. This piece highlights how countries like Romania, Bangladesh, and Morocco are leveraging smart procurement to...
Trends and Developments
Introduction India’s public procurement landscape has witnessed significant developments in recent years which is reflective of its global ambitions. These ambitions have been aided...
Karnataka’s Procurement Amendment:
The Karnataka Assembly passed the Public Procurement (Amendment) Bill, 2025, granting greater autonomy to local bodies, streamlining procurement, increasing financial thresholds, and promoting inclusivity....
Making Procurement Work: Three Lessons from the World Bank’s Procurement Reform
An evaluation of the World Bank’s 2016 procurement reforms, focusing on aligning with international best practices and reducing project delays. The goal of the...
Public vs. private sector procurement: key differences
Businesses must understand the key differences between the public and private procurement methods, regulations, and goals when considering tender opportunities in either sector. This article,...
Supporting Countries to Achieve Better Procurement and Development Outcomes
Operational procurement is a crucial part of the World Bank’s efforts to become a Better Bank and fulfill our mission. Effective procurement enables our...
Advancing sustainable public procurement in the Asia Pacific
Sustainable public procurement (SPP) offers a powerful tool for advancing the Asia Pacific’s green transition, addressing pressing infrastructural needs and tackling emissions. By adopting...