Short Code SMS Services for the Punjab Healthcare Commission

The Punjab Healthcare Commission (PHC) invites sealed bids for the procurement of Short Code SMS Service through a contract initially for one year, extendable for further two terms on a yearly basis. This procurement is aimed at eligible service providers or companies registered with relevant Registration Authorities and Tax Departments/Authorities including Income Tax, Sales Tax, or Punjab Sales Tax. The bidding process will be conducted online via the Punjab e-Procurement System using Single Stage One Envelope procedures. Items being procured: - Short Code SMS Service The scope includes provision of SMS services to the Punjab Healthcare Commission based in Lahore. Bidders must be registered with all relevant tax authorities and comply with the technical and financial requirements outlined in the bidding documents. The estimated cost for this service is **PKR 3,519,000** with a bid security of 2% amounting to **PKR 70,380**. Bids must be submitted online through the Punjab e-Procurement System by **12th October 2026 at 14:00 hours**. The bid opening will take place on the same day at 14:30 hours online in the presence of bidders' representatives. Interested bidders can obtain further information and download bidding documents from the Punjab Healthcare Commission website www.phc.org.pk, Punjab Procurement Regulatory Authority website http://ppra.punjab.gov.pk, and the Punjab e-Procurement System portal. Eligibility criteria include valid registration with FBR/ATL and relevant tax authorities. Bid validity is 120 days. Bidders are advised to ensure timely submission and compliance with all requirements to avoid disqualification. A practical tip for bidders: Carefully review the technical specifications and ensure all required documents, including bid security, are uploaded correctly on the Punjab e-Procurement System to avoid rejection due to technical non-compliance.