Procurement of Cardiology, Cath Lab, Gastroenterology & Ancillaries Items on Rate Contract Basis

Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi invites electronic bids through the E-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) for the procurement of Cardiology, Cath Lab, Gastroenterology and Ancillaries items on a rate contract basis. This procurement is under the Single Stage – Two Envelope Procedure as per Sindh Public Procurement Rules 2010. The bidding documents can be downloaded from the official Sindh e-procurement portal and DUHS website. Bidders must be registered manufacturers or authorized agents/distributors, registered with FBR/SRB as active taxpayers, and must submit bids electronically via EPADS only. Manual bids will not be accepted. Items being procured include a comprehensive list of medical and surgical supplies such as angiographic catheters, radial sheaths, coronary stents, guide wires, balloon catheters, pacemakers, cardiac surgery instruments, gastroenterology items including stents, biopsy forceps, guide wires, balloons, and many other specialized consumables and devices. The detailed schedule of requirements and bill of quantities is attached as Annexure C in the bidding documents. The technical scope covers DRAP-approved, FDA-approved, CE-marked medical devices and consumables suitable for cardiology, cath lab, and gastroenterology departments. Delivery timelines specify 15 days for locally manufactured goods and 30 days for imported items after purchase order receipt. Eligibility criteria require valid drug sale licenses, GMP certifications, FBR registration, and submission of samples for quality verification. Bid security and tender fee must be submitted as per the schedule. The bid submission deadline is 15 September 2026 at 11:00 Hrs, with bid opening at 11:30 Hrs on the same day at the Procurement Directorate, Central Warehouse, Dow University of Health Sciences (Ojha Campus), Karachi. Bidders are advised to carefully follow the instructions in the bidding documents and ensure timely submission through EPADS. For assistance, bidders may contact the Director Procurement Office or EPADS helpline. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure all mandatory documents, including distributor authorization letters, tax registrations, and quality certificates, are complete and uploaded correctly on EPADS to avoid disqualification. Early registration on EPADS and thorough review of the bidding documents will facilitate smooth participation in this important procurement.