e-Tendering Solution with e-Payment Integration for the State of Goa

Nilesh B. Fal Dessai, Gaurav A. Naik, Vinay Praneeth Boda

Abstract: The e-Tendering is a new phenomenon which transforms the conventional Envelop-Box methods of tender work to electronic ones. The Government of Goa appointed Info Tech Corporation of Goa Limited(ITG) as the nodal agency for the implementation of e-Tendering Solution in the State of Goa since 2011. One of the latest achievements is implementation of e-Payments across all departments since 2014. It is challenging to both bidders as well as the officials in Government departments. In an attempt to put all the 'new avenues of business' into perspective, this paper provides an overall 'snapshot' of details of its challenges, implementation & advantages when online e-Tendering with e-Payment Gateway is in practice. Some of the key benefits of e-Tendering solution are anywhere-anytime access, reduced inventory cost and data security.