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Plain-language definitions of every Tender Process Fundamentals term that shows up in government tender work.
A formal modification to an already-published NIT that changes eligibility criteria, scope, EMD, deadlines, or other terms before the bid submission deadline.
Read definitionThe mandatory online publication of government tenders on designated e-procurement portals, replacing paper-based advertising as the primary channel for procurement notices.
Read definitionThe mandatory print media publication of government tender notices above Rs 5 lakh, running alongside e-portal publication to widen bidder awareness.
Read definitionA formal meeting held by the Tender Inviting Authority before the bid submission deadline where prospective bidders can seek clarifications on the tender document.
Read definitionA preliminary shortlisting round where the government assesses bidder capability before issuing the actual tender, used for large or complex procurements.
Read definitionA pre-procurement market survey issued by the government to gather industry information, capability data, and technical inputs before drafting tender specifications.
Read definitionA formal solicitation document used primarily for consultancy procurement, inviting firms to submit both a technical approach and a financial proposal for QCBS evaluation.
Read definitionA simplified procurement instrument used for low-value purchases where the government collects price quotes from a limited number of suppliers without a full tender process.
Read definitionThe public announcement by a government authority inviting eligible firms to submit bids for a specific procurement, also called a Notice Inviting Tender (NIT).
Read definitionThe standard Indian bid submission structure separating technical qualification documents and financial prices into two sealed covers opened sequentially.
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