Another executive of TTD Ch. Venkaiah Chowdary says contractors interested in participating in tenders will first have to register on the proposed digital procurement portal through an online verification mechanism. | Photo credit: File photo
In a major step towards transparency and administrative modernization, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has started development of a comprehensive digital procurement and tender management portal aimed at streamlining its large-scale procurement operations.
The proposed platform is expected to bring greater accountability, efficiency and technological sophistication to the procurement ecosystem that processes hundreds of transactions every year in support of the Lord Venkateswara Temple.
The top floors of TTD discussed in detail the prototype and design of the portal prepared by Radiant Infonet Private Limited, entrusted with the development of the digital framework. Discussions focused on the integration of advanced technology features to ensure that the entire procurement and tendering process takes place through a secure and fully digital interface.
Speaking to The Hindu, TTD Additional Managing Director Ch. Venkaiah Chowdary said that under the proposed system, contractors interested in participating in tenders would first be asked to register on the portal through an online verification mechanism. Each applicant’s credentials, experience and background would then be carefully scrutinized before eligibility is granted to ensure that only credible and qualified vendors are allowed to participate in tenders.
The initiative will help create a verified and reliable database of suppliers that can be used for future procurement activities, thereby strengthening institutional memory and vendor credibility.
The digital system will also play a key role in identifying and eliminating fraudulent suppliers and intermediaries and ensure a level playing field for genuine sellers.
In a major technological leap, the portal is expected to deploy artificial intelligence tools to analyze market trends, track price fluctuations and evaluate supply conditions, enabling administrators to make more informed and cost-effective purchasing decisions.
The platform will integrate bidding, supply management and payment systems into a single digital framework, significantly reducing delays and bureaucratic hurdles. Faster digital payments are also expected to boost trust among suppliers and encourage wider participation by qualified retailers across the country.
This initiative is expected to be a decisive step towards building a transparent, faster and technology-driven procurement architecture while enabling faster purchases and quick payments without human intervention.
Published – 9 March 2026 20:16 IST
