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Which of the following is NOT an exception to the purchase obligation through the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals?
Which of the following is NOT an exception to the purchase obligation through the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals?
- Direct purchases up to Rs. 25 lakhs in emergencies
- Direct purchases for items not exceeding Rs. 1,00,000
- Direct purchases of any amount for convenience (correct)
- Direct purchases up to Rs. 10,000 for urgently required items
What is the maximum purchase amount the Controller of Stores can directly purchase without using the agency for other items?
What is the maximum purchase amount the Controller of Stores can directly purchase without using the agency for other items?
- Rs. 5 crores
- Rs. 25 lakhs
- Rs. 50,000
- Rs. 1,00,000 (correct)
In an emergency situation, what is the maximum amount the Railway Administration can directly purchase?
In an emergency situation, what is the maximum amount the Railway Administration can directly purchase?
- Rs. 25 lakhs (correct)
- Rs. 1 crore
- Rs. 50 lakhs
- Rs. 10 lakhs
What action should be taken if the rates for stores obtained through the agency are higher than those for similar stores purchased directly?
What action should be taken if the rates for stores obtained through the agency are higher than those for similar stores purchased directly?
What is the total maximum allowable direct purchase amount in each case before seeking General Manager's sanction?
What is the total maximum allowable direct purchase amount in each case before seeking General Manager's sanction?
Which type of contracts allows direct purchases by the Controller of Stores up to Rs. 10,000?
Which type of contracts allows direct purchases by the Controller of Stores up to Rs. 10,000?
How often can purchases exceeding Rs. 25 lakhs be made without General Manager’s approval?
How often can purchases exceeding Rs. 25 lakhs be made without General Manager’s approval?
Who is responsible for inspecting all articles purchased through the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals?
Who is responsible for inspecting all articles purchased through the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals?
What should indents prepared for stores include to avoid delays?
What should indents prepared for stores include to avoid delays?
What is the primary goal of the co-ordination of indents by the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals?
What is the primary goal of the co-ordination of indents by the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals?
In the case of machine tools, under what condition can the inspection be exercised by Railway staff?
In the case of machine tools, under what condition can the inspection be exercised by Railway staff?
What is required when specifications are not available for indents?
What is required when specifications are not available for indents?
What kind of items can be included on an indent?
What kind of items can be included on an indent?
How should annual indents be submitted to maximize benefits?
How should annual indents be submitted to maximize benefits?
What is a notable feature of the indents related to drawings?
What is a notable feature of the indents related to drawings?
What is the recommended process for preparing indents to avoid references back?
What is the recommended process for preparing indents to avoid references back?
What is a defining characteristic of Running Contracts?
What is a defining characteristic of Running Contracts?
Who operates Rate Contracts?
Who operates Rate Contracts?
What distinguishes Fixed Contracts from other types?
What distinguishes Fixed Contracts from other types?
How are Causal Indents characterized?
How are Causal Indents characterized?
What is the form used for preparing orders under Rate or Running Contracts?
What is the form used for preparing orders under Rate or Running Contracts?
What is the maximum percentage ceiling limit for the specific allotment of General Purposes Stores?
What is the maximum percentage ceiling limit for the specific allotment of General Purposes Stores?
By which date must Railway administrations submit the required information for advance allotment each year?
By which date must Railway administrations submit the required information for advance allotment each year?
Which of the following stores are excluded from the calculation of the specific allotment's ceiling limit?
Which of the following stores are excluded from the calculation of the specific allotment's ceiling limit?
Who is responsible for certifying the availability of funds on each advance indent after the allotment has been approved?
Who is responsible for certifying the availability of funds on each advance indent after the allotment has been approved?
What must the Railway administration assess when fixing the advance allotment for each item of stores?
What must the Railway administration assess when fixing the advance allotment for each item of stores?
What type of allotment is made to the Railway in March each year to avoid delays in sending forward indents?
What type of allotment is made to the Railway in March each year to avoid delays in sending forward indents?
What should the Railway administrations check to ensure reasonable quantity ordering for stores?
What should the Railway administrations check to ensure reasonable quantity ordering for stores?
What value needs to be checked and furnished by Railway administrations for advance allotments?
What value needs to be checked and furnished by Railway administrations for advance allotments?
The specific requirement for advance allotment of coal, coke, and fuel oil should be determined by whom?
The specific requirement for advance allotment of coal, coke, and fuel oil should be determined by whom?
What is the primary purpose of executive control on Stores Balances?
What is the primary purpose of executive control on Stores Balances?
What is required for stores intended for general purposes of the railway?
What is required for stores intended for general purposes of the railway?
What must be included in an indent for general purposes?
What must be included in an indent for general purposes?
What happens if advance grants are not arranged for the next year?
What happens if advance grants are not arranged for the next year?
What is the purpose of earmarking one sheet for each work?
What is the purpose of earmarking one sheet for each work?
What is the authority behind the requirements for indents for general purposes?
What is the authority behind the requirements for indents for general purposes?
What information is crucial for any indent, according to the provisions mentioned?
What information is crucial for any indent, according to the provisions mentioned?
What types of stores require advance allotments stated in the guidelines?
What types of stores require advance allotments stated in the guidelines?
When should funds for general purpose stores be arranged?
When should funds for general purpose stores be arranged?
What documentation may be required alongside the indent for general purpose stores?
What documentation may be required alongside the indent for general purpose stores?
What is the nature of the funds needed for general purpose stores?
What is the nature of the funds needed for general purpose stores?
What is the primary characteristic of Running Contracts established by the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals?
What is the primary characteristic of Running Contracts established by the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals?
Which statement best describes the implementation of Rate Contracts in the purchasing process?
Which statement best describes the implementation of Rate Contracts in the purchasing process?
What distinguishes Fixed Contracts from other types of contracts in the procurement process?
What distinguishes Fixed Contracts from other types of contracts in the procurement process?
What is the main purpose of Causal Indents in the procurement system?
What is the main purpose of Causal Indents in the procurement system?
Which aspect of the purchase order process for items under rate or running contracts is specified?
Which aspect of the purchase order process for items under rate or running contracts is specified?
Which statement accurately describes the role of the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals concerning machine tools?
Which statement accurately describes the role of the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals concerning machine tools?
What is a critical component that must accompany an indent if specifications are available?
What is a critical component that must accompany an indent if specifications are available?
How many items can an indent include according to the guidelines?
How many items can an indent include according to the guidelines?
What is the overall goal of consolidating annual indents?
What is the overall goal of consolidating annual indents?
What should be included in indents to prevent delays?
What should be included in indents to prevent delays?
Which of the following describes the function of the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals in relation to various railways?
Which of the following describes the function of the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals in relation to various railways?
What additional materials should be submitted along with indents to aid in understanding requirements?
What additional materials should be submitted along with indents to aid in understanding requirements?
What is the main purpose of submitting annual indents for the Railways' requirements by a specific date?
What is the main purpose of submitting annual indents for the Railways' requirements by a specific date?
Which condition must be fulfilled when the estimated cost of indents is likely to be exceeded?
Which condition must be fulfilled when the estimated cost of indents is likely to be exceeded?
What is the responsibility of indenting officers regarding funds when placing indents?
What is the responsibility of indenting officers regarding funds when placing indents?
What is a specified threshold for scrutinizing indents for advance procurement of materials?
What is a specified threshold for scrutinizing indents for advance procurement of materials?
What must be considered by the indenting officer prior to submitting the indent for procured materials?
What must be considered by the indenting officer prior to submitting the indent for procured materials?
When can periodical indents for stores be submitted?
When can periodical indents for stores be submitted?
What metric should be used to estimate the cost of stores indented?
What metric should be used to estimate the cost of stores indented?
Under what condition can procurement for works be initiated?
Under what condition can procurement for works be initiated?
What is a requirement for the advance procurement of materials?
What is a requirement for the advance procurement of materials?
What must the Railway administration ensure regarding the quantity ordered for stores?
What must the Railway administration ensure regarding the quantity ordered for stores?
What date is set for Railway administrations to submit their advance allotment information?
What date is set for Railway administrations to submit their advance allotment information?
Which items are excluded from the calculation of the ceiling limit for General Purposes Stores?
Which items are excluded from the calculation of the ceiling limit for General Purposes Stores?
What type of allotment is provisionally made to the Railway in March to avoid delays?
What type of allotment is provisionally made to the Railway in March to avoid delays?
Which authority certifies the availability of funds on each advance indent after the allotment is approved?
Which authority certifies the availability of funds on each advance indent after the allotment is approved?
What is required to fix the advance allotment of stores each year?
What is required to fix the advance allotment of stores each year?
What does the Railway administration need to assess when fixing advance allotments?
What does the Railway administration need to assess when fixing advance allotments?
What specific requirement must the Railway determine for coal, coke, and fuel oil allotment?
What specific requirement must the Railway determine for coal, coke, and fuel oil allotment?
What cumulative value is assessed to prepare the advance allotments for the current financial year?
What cumulative value is assessed to prepare the advance allotments for the current financial year?
What is the primary purpose of maintaining a funds register for store works?
What is the primary purpose of maintaining a funds register for store works?
Which statement accurately reflects the process involved in the provisioning of funds?
Which statement accurately reflects the process involved in the provisioning of funds?
What essential information must be included on all indents for the stores?
What essential information must be included on all indents for the stores?
In the funding process, who is responsible for certifying the necessity of stores included in indents?
In the funding process, who is responsible for certifying the necessity of stores included in indents?
Which element is NOT part of the information required in the funds register for store works?
Which element is NOT part of the information required in the funds register for store works?
What does the requisition certificate for stores signify regarding the procurement process?
What does the requisition certificate for stores signify regarding the procurement process?
How should the delivery dates be aligned in relation to the indent?
How should the delivery dates be aligned in relation to the indent?
What is a recommended practice for managing store works in terms of budgeting?
What is a recommended practice for managing store works in terms of budgeting?
Which aspect of the procurement planning is crucial according to the guidelines?
Which aspect of the procurement planning is crucial according to the guidelines?
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Mandatory Purchases Through DGS&D
Mandatory Purchases Through DGS&D
Railway stores listed in Appendix VI of the Indian Railway Code, except in specific cases, must be purchased through the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals (DGS&D).
Direct Purchase Exception (Limited)
Direct Purchase Exception (Limited)
For stores with existing rate/running contracts with DGS&D, the Controller of stores may make direct purchases up to Rs. 10,000 per item and Rs. 50,000 annually, if urgent or convenient.
Direct Purchase Limit (General)
Direct Purchase Limit (General)
Direct purchases by the Controller of Stores, not requiring DGS&D, are allowed up to Rs. 1,00,000 per item.
Emergency Direct Purchase
Emergency Direct Purchase
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Large Emergency Purchase Threshold
Large Emergency Purchase Threshold
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Rate Comparison Requirement
Rate Comparison Requirement
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Railway Stores Appendix
Railway Stores Appendix
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Inspecting articles
Inspecting articles
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Machine tool inspection
Machine tool inspection
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Indent form
Indent form
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Multiple items in an indent
Multiple items in an indent
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Indent details
Indent details
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Specifications and drawings
Specifications and drawings
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DGSD technical staff & indents
DGSD technical staff & indents
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Railway's role in supplying drawings
Railway's role in supplying drawings
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Consolidated annual indents
Consolidated annual indents
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Running Contract
Running Contract
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Rate Contract
Rate Contract
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Fixed Contract
Fixed Contract
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Causal Indent (Adhoc Indent)
Causal Indent (Adhoc Indent)
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Purchase Order
Purchase Order
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General Purpose Stores
General Purpose Stores
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Funding for General Purpose Stores
Funding for General Purpose Stores
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Indent for General Stores
Indent for General Stores
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Advance Allotments
Advance Allotments
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Current Year's Grant
Current Year's Grant
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Next Year's Grant
Next Year's Grant
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Funding Commitment
Funding Commitment
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Stores for Sanctioned Works
Stores for Sanctioned Works
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General Manager's Certification
General Manager's Certification
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FA & CAO
FA & CAO
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What is the purpose of advance allotment?
What is the purpose of advance allotment?
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How much is allotted for General Purposes Stores?
How much is allotted for General Purposes Stores?
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What about Coal, Coke, and Fuel Oil?
What about Coal, Coke, and Fuel Oil?
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When is the information for advance allotment submitted?
When is the information for advance allotment submitted?
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What information is submitted for advance allotment?
What information is submitted for advance allotment?
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What is the role of the FA & CAO after allotment?
What is the role of the FA & CAO after allotment?
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What is the purpose of adhoc allotment?
What is the purpose of adhoc allotment?
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What is the time frame for fixing the advance allotment?
What is the time frame for fixing the advance allotment?
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How is the advance allotment system enforced?
How is the advance allotment system enforced?
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Inspection of Stores
Inspection of Stores
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Indent for Stores
Indent for Stores
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Co-ordination of Indents
Co-ordination of Indents
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Annual Indents
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Railway's Role in Drawings
Railway's Role in Drawings
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Funds Register
Funds Register
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Advance Procurement
Advance Procurement
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Current Procurement
Current Procurement
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Pink Book
Pink Book
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Indent
Indent
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Works Programme
Works Programme
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Sanctioned Budget Provision
Sanctioned Budget Provision
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Time Schedule
Time Schedule
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Combined Indents
Combined Indents
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Periodical Indents
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Estimated Indent Cost
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Indent Certification
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Stores for Works
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Advance Procurement Ceiling
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Scrutiny of Large Indents
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Consider Existing Stocks
Consider Existing Stocks
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Timely Delivery Schedule
Timely Delivery Schedule
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What is the allocation limit for General Purpose Stores?
What is the allocation limit for General Purpose Stores?
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How is the advance allotment for Coal, Coke, and Fuel Oil determined?
How is the advance allotment for Coal, Coke, and Fuel Oil determined?
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What is the role of the FA & CAO after the allotment?
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When is the final advance allotment fixed?
When is the final advance allotment fixed?
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Causal Indent
Causal Indent
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Purchase Order (S 714)
Purchase Order (S 714)
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Study Notes
Purchase Through Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals
- Mandatory Purchases: Certain railway stores (listed in Appendix VI) must be purchased through the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals (DGS&D). Exceptions exist.
- Exceptions to Paragraph 801:
- Contracts: Direct purchases up to ₹10,000 (not exceeding ₹50,000 yearly) are allowed for stores with running contracts, if urgent or more convenient.
- Small Purchases: Direct purchases below ₹1,00,000 per purchase are allowed.
- Emergencies: Direct purchases up to ₹25 lakhs (with General Manager's sanction for ₹5 crores) are allowed in emergencies.
- Rates: If DGS&D rates are higher than direct purchase rates, the Railway Department must be informed, outlining the supplier.
- Inspection: DGS&D-purchased items (except machinery) require Railway Department inspection. For machinery, specify whether Railway staff or DGS&D staff is to perform the inspection. The inspection should be unnecessary only if the DGS&D considers it so.
- Indents: Indents for stores should use DGS&D forms (available from DGS&D). Indents require specific details to facilitate efficient purchasing. Drawings/specifications must accompany indents.
- Coordination: DGS&D coordinates indents from various railways to enable bulk purchasing.
- Annual Indents: Consolidated annual indents should be submitted to DGS&D to maximize benefits/economies from bulk purchase. These should be prepared by a set date.
- Periodical Indents: Indents for items with uncertain future demand can be submitted at any time.
- Estimated Costs: Estimated costs of stores should be included in indents. DGS&D will not place an order if the estimated cost is significantly exceeded.
- Certification of Indents: Indenting Officers must ensure funds are available to cover costs.
- Stores for Works: Procurement can occur immediately after a work is included in railway/machine/stock programme.
- Commitments: Advance procurement is limited by ceiling percentages.
- Reasonableness: Advance procurements over ₹25,000 must be reasonable and reviewed by finance.
- Stocks: Current stock and outstanding orders should be considered.
- Delivery: Materials must be delivered in the year they are required.
- Fund allocation: The provision of funds should be detailed and realistic, based on approved ceilings and priorities.
- General Purposes Stores: Funds should already be allocated in the current year's budget.
- Contracts: Contracts with DGS&D may be running (quantity variations allowed), rate (no consignee specification), or fixed (fixed quantities).
- Indents (Adhoc): When items are not covered by Programme Indents (ad hoc or irregular) submit these to DGS&D.
- Purchase Order: Use Form S 714 for items procured through running/rate contracts, not against a fixed contract.
- Despatch & Acceptance: DGS&D issues Despatch Memoranda for inspection and shipment following the inspection.
- Receipt Notes: Use specific forms (receipt notes Pt. I-IV) for DGS&D-procured or through a running/rate contract.
- Payment: DGS&D manages 90%, 95%, or 98% payment after inspection and delivery, based on the inspection certificate for a specific issue.
- 100%: Certain suppliers may obtain 100% payment upon receipt, inspection, and acceptance.
- Complaints: Complaints about shortages or damages should be resolved initially with the supplying firm and carrier. DGS&D interventions are allowed only if the railway is unable to resolve the matter.
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Explore the guidelines for mandatory purchases through the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals (DGS&D) in the railway sector. Understand exceptions for small and emergency purchases, as well as inspection requirements for purchased items. This quiz covers crucial aspects for effective procurement management.