Procurement of Uniforms and Protective Clothing for NICH Karachi 2026-27

National Institute of Child Health (NICH), Karachi, invites reputable and well-established firms and companies to participate in the procurement of uniforms and protective clothing for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is part of the annual procurement plan and is being conducted through the E-PADS system as per SPPRA rules. The department is seeking suppliers who are registered with the Sales Tax and Income Tax Departments and are listed on the FBR Active Taxpayers List. Items being procured: - Uniforms and Protective Clothing (specific item list not provided in the notice) The technical scope requires bidders to provide complete specifications of the quoted items, and a sample of the uniform must be submitted with the technical bid. All items must be quoted strictly in accordance with the specifications provided in the tender documents. The estimated cost for this procurement is **Rs. 2,315,000**. Bidders must submit their offers through the EPADS system, with original instruments for the tender fee (**Rs. 2,000**) and bid security fixed at 3% of the quoted amount in the form of a pay order in favor of the Director, NICH, Karachi. No personal cheques will be accepted. The deadline for submission of bids is **02-09-2026** by 12:00 noon, and tenders will be opened the same day at 1:00 pm in the auditorium of NICH, Karachi. Eligibility criteria include registration with the Sales Tax Department, submission of GST certificates, experience evidence of supply in government departments for the last three years, and a good performance certificate from NICH for previous vendors. Each page of the bid must be signed and stamped, and an affidavit on stamp paper of Rs. 200 is required, confirming that the firm has not been blacklisted and has not supplied substandard items. The rates quoted must be inclusive of all government taxes and will remain valid until 30-06-2027. The department reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities as per requirements. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure that your technical proposal includes a physical sample of the uniform and that all required documents, especially the FBR Active Taxpayer certificate and experience certificates, are attached to avoid disqualification. Pay close attention to the bid security and submission deadlines to ensure your bid is considered.