Tender for Supply of Chemicals and Diagnostic Kits for National Institutes of Health Islamabad

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Islamabad, invites sealed bids for the procurement of a comprehensive range of chemicals and diagnostic kits for the fiscal year 2026-27. This procurement is planned on a F.O.R NIH Islamabad basis and will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 using a Single Stage One Envelope procedure with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. The tender closing date is **October 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM**, with bid opening scheduled the same day at 11:30 AM. Items being procured include a wide variety of laboratory chemicals such as Spirit Rectified (AR grade), Chloroform, Absolute Ethanol, Acetic Acid Glacial, Acetone GC grade, Ammonium Hydroxide, various acids, bases, reagents, and specialized diagnostic kits including ELISA kits for HCV, HBV, Dengue, Rabies, and PCR kits for multiple viruses such as Mpox, CCHFV, Dengue, and SARS-CoV-2 among others. The full list comprises over 300 individual items with specified quantities, including chemical reagents, diagnostic kits, laboratory consumables, and related equipment. The technical scope requires compliance with specified grades and certifications such as CE-IVD/FDA approval for diagnostic kits, with shelf life minimums clearly stated. Delivery is to be made within 27 days to NIH Islamabad, with all items conforming to the detailed specifications and standards outlined in the bidding documents. Eligibility criteria include valid registration with FBR (NTN and GST), Active Taxpayer List status, and submission of bid security amounting to Rs. 500,000 in the form of Pay Order or Call Deposit. The successful bidder must provide a 5% performance security post-award. Bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 and submit bids electronically; manual submissions are not accepted. Key dates and submission instructions are clearly stated, with bids to be submitted online via EPADS v2.0 and original bid security submitted physically at the NIH Purchase and Procurement Department before the deadline. The tender is valid until June 30, 2027, with no extensions granted beyond the stipulated delivery periods. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure all technical brochures, brand names, catalogue numbers, and complete specifications accompany your bid to avoid disqualification. Also, strictly adhere to the delivery timelines and bid security submission requirements to maintain eligibility. This procurement offers a significant opportunity for suppliers of high-quality chemicals and diagnostic kits to engage with a premier national health institution in Islamabad, Pakistan.