Procurement of Janitorial Services for Sayed Abdullah Shah Institute of Medical Sciences Sehwan

The Office of the Director at Sayed Abdullah Shah Institute of Medical Sciences Sehwan is procuring janitorial services for the financial year 2026-27. This tender invites qualified firms to provide comprehensive housekeeping and janitorial staff services at the institute located in Sehwan, Sindh. The scope includes deployment of 85 janitorial workers including supervisors, responsible for cleaning, garbage collection and disposal, maintenance of sanitary conditions, and ensuring hygiene across hospital premises. The contractor must supply all cleaning tools, protective clothing, and cleaning supplies such as phenyl, bleach, soap, mops, and insecticides. The contract duration is initially one year with possible extension based on performance. Eligibility criteria are stringent and include valid registrations such as SRB, SESSI, EOBI, active FBR tax status, and ISO 9001:2015 certification. The firm must have at least 40 SESSI registered workers, a minimum average annual turnover of PKR 30 million over the last three years, and satisfactory performance letters from reputable hospitals. Financial soundness is required with bank statements showing minimum balances and affidavits confirming the ability to pay salaries for three months. The bid must include a 2% fixed bid security in the form of a pay order or demand draft. The submission deadline is 30th June 2026 at 12:00 noon. Bidders should submit separate envelopes for technical and financial proposals, ensuring all documents are signed, stamped, and page numbered. The bid validity is 90 days from the opening date. The contract will be awarded to the lowest evaluated bidder meeting all criteria. The contract requires monthly billing with attendance sheets and adherence to government labor laws including minimum salary and social security contributions. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully review the mandatory checklist and ensure all required documents and certifications are attached and clearly legible. Missing or unclear documents will lead to disqualification. Visiting the institute beforehand to assess the scope and prepare an accurate bid is highly recommended to avoid underestimation of resources and costs.