Procurement and Supply of Medicines under Framework Agreement

This procurement opportunity is issued by the Balochistan Employees Social Security Institution (BESSI) based in Quetta, Balochistan. The tender concerns the execution of a framework agreement for the procurement and supply of medicines. The notice is a corrigendum clarifying that bidders are no longer required to submit samples at the time of bid submission or during the initial eligibility and technical evaluation stage, in compliance with Rule 37 of the Balochistan Public Procurement Rules, 2014. Items being procured: - Medicines (specific list not provided in the notice). The procurement involves supply of pharmaceutical products to meet institutional needs. The framework agreement will likely cover multiple medicines over the contract period, ensuring continuous availability. Bidders should be prepared to comply with all regulatory and quality standards applicable to pharmaceutical supplies in Pakistan. Eligibility criteria typically include valid PEC registration if applicable, FBR active taxpayer status, and relevant experience in pharmaceutical supply. Bidders should ensure their documentation is complete and up to date. Earnest Money or CDR requirements will be detailed in the bidding documents. The corrigendum was issued to enhance transparency and fairness by removing the sample submission requirement, which can be a significant procedural hurdle. This change benefits suppliers by simplifying the technical evaluation process. Interested bidders should note the closing date as 31 July 2026 at 23:59:59. Submissions must be made according to the instructions in the original bidding documents. The procuring entity is BESSI, Quetta. A practical tip for bidders: Carefully review the updated bidding documents to confirm all submission requirements and avoid submitting samples unnecessarily, which could complicate your bid. Ensure your financial and technical bids are clear and compliant to improve your chances in this competitive procurement.