Supply of Drinking Water Bottles for Jinnah Sindh Medical University Karachi

This tender invites qualified suppliers to provide drinking water bottles to Jinnah Sindh Medical University located in Karachi, Sindh. The procurement falls under Medical & Surgical Supplies and is managed by the university's procurement department. The contract covers supply and after-sale support of 18.9-19 liter plastic drinking water bottles conforming to Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) specifications. The scope includes delivery of 19,500 bottles to various departments within the university premises on Rafiqui H.J Shaheed Road. Suppliers must ensure compliance with quality standards and timely delivery within three days of purchase orders. The contract duration is one year, extendable by 24 months based on requirements and budget. The procurement follows Sindh Procurement Rules 2010 (Amended 2025) and uses the Single Stage – One Envelope bidding method via the EPADs online portal. Bidders must be registered companies with at least five years of relevant experience, valid NTN and GST registration, and a PSQCA license for drinking water supply. Blacklisting by any government or private sector entity disqualifies bidders. Bid security of Rs. 140,000 in the form of Demand Draft, Pay Order, or Call Deposit Receipt is mandatory with a minimum validity of 90 days. The tender requires submission of technical and financial bids on EPADs, with strict adherence to documentation and eligibility criteria. Submission deadline is the last date of March 2026, with bids opened publicly at the university's procurement office on the same day. Bidders should prepare for a thorough evaluation including technical compliance and financial assessment. The contract price must be fixed, inclusive of all taxes and delivery charges. Payment will be made within 30 days after satisfactory delivery and verification. Pro-Tip: Ensure all mandatory documents including valid PSQCA license and tax registrations are uploaded correctly on EPADs to avoid disqualification. Also, carefully review the bid security requirements and validity period to prevent bid rejection. Physical presence at bid opening is recommended to stay informed of any clarifications or amendments.