Procurement of Surgical and Disposable Items for Cardiac Surgery at SICVD Karachi

This tender invites bids for the procurement of surgical and disposable items specifically for cardiac surgery at the Sindh Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (SICVD) in Karachi. The procurement falls under the Medical & Surgical Supplies category and is crucial for supporting cardiac surgical procedures across SICVD's network hospitals in Sindh. The scope covers a wide range of surgical consumables including cotton rolls, surgical gauze, cannulas, gloves, catheters, and specialized cardiac surgery disposables. These items must meet stringent technical specifications and regulatory approvals such as CE Marking, FDA, and DRAP certifications where applicable. The delivery locations include multiple cities such as Sukkur, Larkana, Nawabshah, Hyderabad, and others, ensuring comprehensive coverage. The procurement process follows a Single Stage – Two Envelope bidding procedure with electronic bid submission mandatory via EPADS. Bidders must comply with PEC category requirements and maintain active FBR/ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. The tender mandates submission of Earnest Money in fixed amounts per item and a 5% performance security of the awarded contract value. Technical bids must include detailed specifications, catalogues, and samples for validation. The contract period is one year with prices fixed for the entire duration, subject to annual review and satisfactory performance. The submission deadline is set for 27th April 2026 at 10:00 AM, with bid opening at 10:30 AM on the same day at SICVD Head Office, National Insurance Company Ltd Building, Karachi. Bidders should submit their bids electronically and ensure all mandatory documents are included to avoid disqualification. Pro-Tip: Ensure strict adherence to the technical specifications and submit samples at least three days before the technical bid opening. Also, verify the Earnest Money amounts per item carefully as per the scope of work to avoid bid rejection. Checking the FBR Active Taxpayer List status beforehand can save last-minute compliance issues.