Empanelment31 May 2022 12:17
has been reported as a new process in India, delaying everything yet again. But the simple fact is, this same process was being worked out at least 5 years ago. Everyone interested has to re apply after either failing, or winning and the award is timed out. HPL were a banned meter supplier, that now appear on all major contract lists after the ban was lifted. CC must have been, will still be, compliant and free listed as they are supplying still. Not sure why, or how, the latest tender process stalling has been reported here as empanelment being a new hurdle. It has always been there, and always gets in the way of mass rollout. It's a good earner though, as all applicants have to pay every time, and it appears to be state to state so no nationwide coverage is recognised.