GeM Procurement Post test Quiz

What is the primary objective of procuring goods and services through the GeM portal?

• Reducing supplier diversity

• Enhancing procurement transparency and efficiency

• Promoting regional vendors

• Avoiding the competitive bidding process

Which of the following actions is recommended to ensure a successful procurement process on GeM?

• Always select the lowest price without checking product specifications

• Ensure compliance with GFR 2017 and internal approval protocols

• Directly negotiate prices offline with the seller

• Limit the procurement process to a single vendor

If a procuring entity identifies an item as a proprietary product, which procurement method should be followed on GeM?

• Direct purchase

• Limited tendering

• Single vendor bidding

• Offline procurement

What is a key responsibility of the procurement officer when purchasing on GeM?

• Ensuring funds are available in advance

• Choosing the highest-priced option for better quality

• Uploading only generic product specifications

• Procuring goods on credit

Why is framing precise and clear technical specifications important in the procurement process?

• To avoid ambiguity and ensure comparability of offers

• To restrict suppliers from other regions

• To ensure only high-cost products are considered

• To limit competition to known suppliers

Which is the most appropriate method for arriving at a realistic estimated cost during procurement planning?

• Taking the average of supplier prices in previous contracts

• Guessing based on historical data

• Conducting a detailed market survey

• Taking the highest quote received

What factor should be avoided while drafting procurement specifications?

• Brand-specific details that limit competition

• Inclusion of essential performance requirements

• Detailed descriptions of the product or service

• Clear criteria for technical evaluation

When conducting a market survey, which of the following is a reliable source of information for procurement planning?

• Newspaper advertisements

• Verbal quotes from friends

• Vendor catalogues and online product listings

• Recommendations from non-suppliers

Under GFR 2017, what is the key condition for Direct Purchase without comparison for procurement up to ₹25,000?

• The buyer must justify the choice of vendor

• The buyer must compare multiple vendors

• The procurement must only be made from a registered GeM vendor

• The purchase must involve tendering

Which of the following best describes the requirement for Direct Purchase with comparison under GeM for goods between ₹25,000 and ₹5,00,000?

• No comparison of prices is needed

• Comparison must be made between at least three vendors on GeM

• Offline quotations are mandatory

• The purchase must be approved by a senior officer