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Rule 176 - Trade-in Purchases | KartavyaDesk

GFR 2017

Original Rule Text

department may trade the existing old item while purchasing the new one. For this purpose, a suitable clause is to be incorporated in the bidding document so that the prospective and interested bidders formulate their bids accordingly. Depending on the value and condition of the old item to be traded, the time as well as the mode of handing over the old item to the successful bidder should be decided and relevant details in this regard suitably incorporated in the bidding document. Further, suitable provision should also be kept in the bidding document to enable the purchaser either to trade or not to trade the item while purchasing the new one.

What This Means

Rule 176 of the General Financial Rules (GFR), 2017, allows government departments to trade in old items when buying new ones. Think of it like trading in your old car when you buy a new one. This rule aims to get some value out of the old equipment or assets that the department no longer needs but still holds some worth. It applies when a department is procuring new items and has similar old items they want to dispose of simultaneously. This affects all government departments and their employees involved in procurement, as well as potential bidders who might be interested in acquiring the old items.

This explanation was generated with AI assistance for educational purposes. Always refer to the official gazette notification for authoritative text.

Key Points

  • •Departments can trade old items when purchasing new ones.
  • •The bidding document must include a clause about the trade-in option.
  • •Details about the old item's value, condition, and handover process must be in the bidding document.
  • •The purchaser retains the option to trade or not to trade the old item.
  • •This rule aims to maximize value recovery from old assets.

Practical Example

The Ministry of Education needs to purchase 100 new desktop computers. They also have 80 old computers they want to dispose of. Following Rule 176, they include a clause in the bidding document stating that bidders can factor in the value of the old computers when submitting their bids. The document specifies that the old computers are approximately 5 years old, in working condition but with outdated software, and will be handed over to the successful bidder within 30 days of the new computers being delivered. M/s Tech Solutions wins the bid, offering a lower price because they plan to refurbish and resell the old computers. The Ministry saves money on the new purchase, and M/s Tech Solutions acquires valuable assets.

This explanation was generated with AI assistance for educational purposes. Always refer to the official gazette notification for authoritative text.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if no bidder is interested in trading in the old item?▼
The department retains the option not to trade the item. They can then dispose of the old item through other means, such as auction or scrap sale, following other relevant GFR rules.
How is the value of the old item determined?▼
The department should assess the value of the old item based on its condition, age, market demand, and other relevant factors. This assessment should be transparent and documented.
Does Rule 176 apply to all types of procurement?▼
Rule 176 is generally applicable where trading in the old item is feasible and beneficial. However, the department has the discretion to decide whether to include the trade-in option based on the specific circumstances of the procurement.
Where in the bidding document should the trade-in clause be included?▼
The trade-in clause should be clearly stated in a prominent section of the bidding document, such as the 'Terms and Conditions' or 'Special Instructions to Bidders' section.
What if the value of the old item is very low?▼
Even if the value is low, offering a trade-in can still attract more bidders and potentially result in a better overall deal for the government. The decision to offer a trade-in should be based on a cost-benefit analysis.

This explanation was generated with AI assistance for educational purposes. Always refer to the official gazette notification for authoritative text.

Test Your Knowledge

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According to Rule 176 of GFR 2017, what is a mandatory requirement when a department intends to trade an old item while purchasing a new one?

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