Government Rules — Questions & Answers
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Can the Schedule be amended?
Yes. The President can amend the Schedule by notification in the Official Gazette to add, modify, or remove services....
Can a contractor get this advance if they lease or rent equipment?
Absolutely not. The rule clearly states that no advance is admissible on equipment purchased under a hire purchase scheme/financing arrangement or on hired...
Does this rule apply to Gazetted officers?
No, Rule 19 specifically applies to non-Gazetted Government servants who are CGHS beneficiaries....
How is the EMD submitted in an online tender?
The EMD is initially submitted online by scanning and uploading the demand draft/banker’s cheque/pay order. The original document must then be sent physica...
What happens if the initial dispute resolution mechanism fails?
If the initial mechanism (e.g., negotiation) fails to resolve the dispute within the specified timeframe, the aggrieved party can then invoke the next disp...
What does RfP stand for, and what is its role in this context?
RfP stands for Request for Proposal. It's a document issued by the Procuring Entity that outlines the requirements of the consultancy service and specifies...
What kind of 'special efforts' are expected beyond routine reminders?
Special efforts could include contacting the employee directly, reviewing old correspondence, consulting with other departments that might have relevant in...
How quickly must a seller update changes to their information on GeM?
Sellers are required to update any changes to their information on GeM within 7 days of such occurrence. Failure to do so can lead to administrative action...
Does this rule apply to all types of government contracts?
This specific rule (Para 6.10.2) applies to contracts governed by the Works Manual. Other types of contracts may have similar clauses but under different r...
How does Para 3.1 contribute to transparency in procurement?
By mandating the creation and maintenance of comprehensive databases and registers, it ensures that all procurement activities are properly documented and ...
Can public voting be used to select the winning design?
Yes, for symbols/logos representing a drive/project/entity of National Importance, selection through public voting is permitted. The modalities for public ...
Can the disciplinary authority impose a penalty without waiting for UPSC advice?
No. If UPSC consultation is required, the disciplinary authority must obtain UPSC's advice before imposing a penalty. Proceeding without this advice would ...
Who decides whether to ask for shortfall documents?
The Technical Committee (TC) must recommend the need for shortfall documents before the Procuring Entity can request them from the bidder. This ensures tha...
Can we directly contract with a supplier just because they are on our registered list?
While registration can expedite the process, direct contracting still needs to adhere to the relevant GFR rules and guidelines regarding value limits and j...
Does this rule apply to all government departments?
Yes, this rule is part of the Manual for Procurement of Consultancy Services, which generally applies to all government departments and agencies....
Is there a limit to the length of the interruption that can be condoned?
Rule 28 doesn't specify a limit on the length of the interruption. The key factor is the absence of a specific negative indication in the service book....
What constitutes an 'incomplete' bid?
An incomplete bid, as per Para 8.3(a), is one where the required bid formats have not been submitted. This means all forms, documents, and information requ...
What happens if the contractor refuses to reimburse the loss?
The procuring entity can take legal action against the contractor and recover the amount through contractual clauses, arbitration, or other legal remedies....
Does probation period count towards qualifying service?
Yes, the probation period counts towards qualifying service, as you are taking charge of the post during that time....
Can a person be a member of two services simultaneously under Rule 7?
No. Rule 7 clarifies that if a person is already a member of another Central Civil Service of the same group, they do not additionally become a General Cen...