Framework Contract for Bulk Purchase of Drugs, Medical Devices and IT Equipment at Nawaz Sharif Institute of Cardiology Sargodha

Nawaz Sharif Institute of Cardiology (NSIC) Sargodha invites eligible bidders to participate in a framework contract procurement for the fiscal year 2026-27. The procurement includes goods such as drugs, medicines, surgical and disposable medical devices, as well as IT equipment including laptops. This tender is specifically for the Nawaz Sharif Institute of Cardiology located in Sargodha. Items being procured: - Bulk purchase of Drugs/Medicines, Surgical and Disposable Medical Devices - Purchase of Laptops and IT Equipment The procurement process requires bidders to submit separate e-bids for each lot/package via the e-PADS portal. The estimated cost for the drugs and medical devices lot is Rs. 980,000,000/- with a bid security of 2%, and for the laptops and IT equipment lot is Rs. 5,000,000/- also with a 2% bid security. Bidders must download the bidding documents from the official PPRA Punjab website and e-PADS portal. The bidding process follows the Single Stage Two Envelope procedure under Punjab Procurement Rules 2014 (as amended). Bid security must be submitted in the form of CDR, Demand Draft, Pay Order, or Bank Guarantee with 100% encashment warranty, valid for 180 days, issued by any scheduled bank in Pakistan in the name of CEO / Dean NSIC Sargodha. No conditional bank guarantees will be accepted. The bid submission deadline is 18-11-2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening scheduled for the same day at 11:30 AM on the e-PADS portal. In case of a public holiday on the closing date, the next working day will be considered the deadline. Prospective bidders seeking clarifications must contact the procuring agency at least 7 days prior to the deadline. This tender requires bidders to be registered with FBR and maintain an active tax status. Technical bids will be evaluated based on criteria outlined in the bidding documents, and only technically compliant bidders will be considered for financial evaluation. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your bid security is properly issued and submitted along with the technical bid to avoid disqualification. Also, familiarize yourself thoroughly with the e-PADS submission process to avoid last-minute technical issues.