The evaluation of government tenders on the portal follows a structured, transparent process. Understanding each stage helps sellers prepare complete bid documents.
Important Compliance Disclaimer
Before starting, please note that SahayakAI is an independent, private technology platform. We are not affiliated with, authorized, or officially connected with the Government e-Marketplace (GeM Portal) or the Government of India. The official portal is hosted at https://gem.gov.in. Use this manual for educational guidance, and always verify current criteria on the official site.
Stage 1: Technical Bid Evaluation
During this stage:
- The buyer opens the technical envelope containing eligibility credentials.
- Product specifications are compared against the bid criteria.
- Sellers who miss mandatory documents or specify non-compliant products are flagged for rejection.
Stage 2: Financial Bid Opening
After technical qualification:
- The portal opens the financial bids of qualified sellers.
- The system automatically ranks prices, establishing the L1 seller.
- If applicable, price matching is offered to MSEs within L1 + 15% bands.
Tips for Sellers
- Ensure that all document copies are clearly legible. Illegible uploads are a common reason for technical rejection.
- Do not include price details in your technical documents. Doing so leads to immediate disqualification.