Establishment of Genetic Testing Laboratory at Sindh Institute of Child Health and Neonatology Karachi

The Sindh Institute of Child Health and Neonatology (SICHN), Government of Sindh Karachi is procuring services for the establishment of a Genetic Testing Laboratory. This project involves setting up a state-of-the-art Next Generation Sequencing platform on a reagent rental basis at SICHN Karachi. The scope includes installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of the genetic testing system with integrated bioinformatics and data management solutions. The laboratory system will support a wide range of genomic applications such as Whole Exome Sequencing, targeted gene panels, RNA sequencing, and more. The bidder must provide qualified personnel including a Clinical Geneticist, Laboratory Technician, and Data Management Operator to ensure smooth operations. The contract period is initially one year, extendable up to three years. Eligible bidders must be authorized manufacturers, sole agents, or approved distributors with valid registrations including NTN, GST, and FBR tax compliance. Experience in genetic testing or molecular diagnostics with a minimum turnover of PKR 30 million over the last three financial years is required. Bidders must submit technical and financial proposals through the EPADS portal by the closing date. The bid security is 2% of the estimated cost, and performance security of 5% will be required upon award. The submission deadline is June 19, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., with bid opening at 11:00 a.m. at the SICHN office Karachi. Bidders should ensure compliance with all mandatory documents and evaluation criteria. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully prepare the technical proposal demonstrating compliance with specifications and provide clear evidence of experience and qualifications to avoid disqualification during technical evaluation. This tender offers a significant opportunity for qualified suppliers to contribute to advancing genetic testing capabilities in Sindh with a comprehensive service and support contract. All bids must be submitted electronically on EPADS and accompanied by the required earnest money and documentation. The department emphasizes strict adherence to deadlines and submission requirements to ensure fair competition and transparency.