Procurement of Drugs and Medicines for SICVD Network Hospitals

This tender invites bids for the procurement of a wide range of drugs and medicines for the Sindh Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (SICVD) and its network hospitals across Sindh, including Sukkur, Larkana, Nawabshah, TMK, Hyderabad, Sehwan, Mithi, Khairpur, Liyari, and Baldia. The procurement covers capsules, creams, drips, injections, ointments, powders, syrups, tablets, and other pharmaceutical products essential for cardiovascular and related treatments. The supply will be on a Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) basis, ensuring delivery to multiple hospital locations within Sindh. The scope includes detailed technical specifications for each item, emphasizing quality, registration, and compliance with Ministry of Health pricing caps. Bidders must provide comprehensive documentation including product evaluation, technical proposals, catalogues, registration certificates, and GMP compliance. The tender follows a single stage two envelope bidding procedure with separate technical and financial proposals. The contract period is for one year, with orders placed based on demand. Delivery timelines and liquidated damages are clearly defined to ensure timely supply. Bidders should ensure PEC category compliance and maintain active taxpayer status on the FBR portal. The tender requires a bid security of PKR 2,500,000 and performance security of 5% of the bid price. All bidders must be registered on the EPADS SPPRA portal for electronic bid submission. The tender emphasizes strict adherence to quality standards, warranty provisions, and replacement of near expiry or substandard items. The submission deadline is on the 20th of January 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM on the same day at SICVD Head Office, National Insurance Company Ltd Building, Karachi. Bidders must submit sealed bids physically and electronically via EPADS. The address for submission is Manager Procurement, SICVD Head Office, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the mandatory qualification documents and ensure all technical specifications and certifications are complete. Missing or incomplete documentation will lead to disqualification. Also, verify the bid security and performance security formats to avoid rejection. Keep track of the EPADS registration and submission deadlines to avoid last-minute issues.