Provision of Lab Tests Service (Outsource) for Social Security Hospital Block #6 Jauharabad

The Punjab Employee's Social Security Institution invites qualified firms for the provision of Lab Tests Service (Outsource) on a framework contract basis for the year 2026-27 at Social Security Hospital Block No. 6, Jauharabad. This tender is specifically for outsourcing laboratory testing services to support the hospital's diagnostic capabilities. Items being procured: - Provision of Lab Tests Service (Outsource) The scope includes comprehensive lab testing services adhering to Punjab Healthcare Commission (PHC) standards and ISO 15189 accreditation. The service provider must ensure timely sample collection and delivery within 24 to 48 hours, maintain proper chain of custody with cold chain handling, and provide both online access and hard copy reports. Qualified pathologists with MDCAT/PMC certification are required to oversee the testing process. The contract emphasizes quality, reliability, and compliance with all regulatory requirements. Eligibility criteria include valid registration with PHC, ISO 15189 certification, FBR registration with NTN, GST, and tax returns for the last three years. Firms must have at least three years of relevant experience and a minimum turnover of Rs. 5 crore in the last three years. A bid security of 2% of the estimated cost is mandatory, submitted via CDR. The procurement will follow the Single Stage Two Envelope procedure as per Punjab Procurement Rules 2014. The tender closing date is **01-08-2026 at 09:30 AM**, with opening at 10:00 AM the same day. Bidders must submit their technical and financial bids through the E-Procurement System (E-PS). The hospital administration encourages bidders to carefully review the tender documents and ensure all compliance requirements are met before submission. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your technical bid clearly demonstrates compliance with PHC and ISO standards, and attach all required certifications and experience documents. Early submission through the E-Procurement portal can help avoid last-minute technical issues.