Procurement of Drugs and Medicines for FY 2026-27

The Specialized Healthcare and Medical Education Department Government of the Punjab invites bids for the procurement of drugs and medicines for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is aimed at ensuring the availability of essential medicines across hospitals and healthcare facilities under the department's administrative control in Lahore. The tender follows a framework contract and rate notification system to promote uniformity, standardization, and economies of scale, ensuring value for money. Items being procured: - Drugs - Medicines The bidding documents contain detailed lists of items along with quantities and terms and conditions. These documents are available for download from the department's official website and the Punjab Procurement Regulatory Authority portal. The procurement will be conducted on a free delivery basis at the consignee end, following the Punjab Procurement Rules 2014 (amended) and Punjab Procurement Regulations 2024. Eligible bidders must be registered on the Punjab e-Procurement System and hold relevant registrations with tax and procurement authorities. The bidding process requires submission of e-Bids online by the deadline. A bid security of 0.5% of the estimated cost is mandatory. The department encourages bidders to register early on the e-Procurement portal to avoid technical issues. Hard copies of bids are not required. Key dates include a pre-bid meeting on 10-08-2026 at 11:00 hours in the Committee Room of SHC&MED, Lahore. The final submission deadline is 24-08-2026 at 15:00 hours, with bid opening at 15:30 hours on the same day. Bidders should ensure compliance with all requirements and submit bids timely to avoid disqualification. A practical tip for bidders is to thoroughly review the pre-bid meeting minutes, which will be uploaded on the department's website and e-PADS portal, as these will serve as addenda to the bidding documents. This will help clarify any ambiguities and improve the quality of the bid submission.