Registration of Vendors for Supply of Medicines and Surgical Disposables

The Punjab Institute of Cardiology, Lahore is inviting eligible vendors for registration to supply medicines, surgical disposables, and medical devices goods on a day-to-day basis for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is managed through the Online Automated Local Purchase (LPDD) System deployed by the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB). The department requires vendors who are registered on E-PADS with active tax payer status and possess a licensed operational pharmacy within a 10 km radius of the hospital. Items being procured: - Drugs / Medicines - Surgical Disposables - Medical Devices Goods The scope includes supply of local, multinational, and imported products to meet the hospital's daily requirements. Vendors must demonstrate technical, managerial, and financial capabilities to ensure consistent and reliable delivery. A performance guarantee of Rs. 50,000 is mandatory, payable via Bank Draft, Call Deposit Receipt (CDR), Demand Draft, Pay Order, or Banker's cheque. The original guarantee must be submitted before the bid opening. Eligibility criteria include valid PEC registration if applicable, FBR active taxpayer status, and proven experience in supplying medical consumables to healthcare institutions. The registration aims to increase the vendor base for healthy competition and efficient procurement. The last date for bid submission on the E-PADS portal is 25-08-2026 by 10:30 AM, with bid opening scheduled the same day at 11:30 AM. Interested bidders should obtain bidding documents and terms from E-PADS, PPRA website, or the Punjab Institute of Cardiology's official portals. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your E-PADS registration is complete and up to date well before the deadline, and prepare your performance guarantee documents in advance to avoid last-minute submission issues. Timely online submission is critical as hard copies are not required and technical errors or corrupt files may lead to rejection.