Section 29(2)(i) in Rajasthan Transparency in Public Procurement Rules, 2013
(i)It should be ensured that new rate contracts become operative right after the expiry of the existing rate contracts without any gap. In case it is not possible to conclude the new rate contracts due to unavoidable reasons, the existing rate contracts may be extended on same price, terms and conditions for a period not exceeding 3 months. In such cases it shall be ensured that market prices have not fallen down during the period for the subject matter of procurement or its constituents, to be procured under the rate contract.