Procurement of Surgical and Disposable Items for Cardiac Surgery

Sindh Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (SICVD), Karachi, invites bids for the procurement of surgical and disposable items specifically for cardiac surgery. This procurement is critical for the efficient operation of SICVD and its network hospitals across Sindh, including locations such as Sukkur, Larkana, Nawabshah, Tando Muhammad Khan, Hyderabad, Sehwan, Mithi, Khairpur, Lyari, and Baldia in Karachi. Items being procured include a comprehensive range of surgical and disposable products essential for cardiac procedures. The detailed list includes ACT cartridges, angiography drape packs, various sizes of aortic cannulas and punches, autoclave strips, biological indicators, bovine patches, bulldog clips, bypass drape complete sets, cardioplegia delivery systems, chest drainage bottles, chest tubes of multiple sizes, condom catheters, coronary cannulas, dialyzers, diathermy pads and pencils, disposable aprons and gowns, dual stage venous cannulas, DVT stockings, electrosurgical pads, enzymatic detergent solutions, femoral venous cannulas, haemoconcentrators, indicator strips, intra-aortic balloon catheters, latex gloves in various sizes, liga clips, mister blowers, oxygenators, patient warming blankets, pericardial sumps, plastic gloves, radivac bottles, reinforced gowns, surgical blades, surgical gloves with different AQL ratings, teflon felts, tissue retractors, urine meters, vent catheters, yankur nozzles and suction sets among many others. The total fixed amount of bid security value is PKR 7,219,780. The technical scope requires all goods to be genuine, new, unused, and compliant with approved technical specifications and regulatory requirements including DRAP approval, CE marking, or FDA approval where applicable. The supplier must ensure proper packing, delivery, and maintenance of cold chain during transportation to designated SICVD facilities. Delivery schedules are specified with 50% within 25 working days, 30% within 45 calendar days, and the remaining 20% within 60 calendar days from the purchase order date. Eligibility criteria include valid Manufacturer's or Principal's Authorization Certificates, FBR registration, NTN, STRN, professional tax certificates, minimum aggregate annual turnover of PKR 100 million over the last three years, and compliance with all mandatory documentation. Earnest money and performance security requirements are clearly defined. Bids must be submitted electronically through the Sindh Public Procurement Regulatory Authority's Electronic Public Procurement System (EPADS). Physical submission of original bid security and samples is required at SICVD Head Office, Karachi. The deadline for bid submission is 30th November 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening scheduled for the same day at 11:30 AM at SICVD Head Office. The procurement follows the Single Stage Two Envelope procedure as per Sindh Public Procurement Rules, 2010 (as amended). Bidders are advised to carefully review the detailed technical specifications and mandatory requirements to ensure compliance. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely submission of all required documents and samples to avoid disqualification, and to maintain valid authorization certificates throughout the contract period to prevent cancellation or blacklisting. This procurement offers a significant opportunity for suppliers specializing in medical and surgical supplies to engage with a leading healthcare institution in Sindh, contributing to improved cardiac care services across the province.