Blood Culture Cartridge PCR Testing System Supply, Installation and Maintenance by PKLI&RC

Eligible bidders must be registered entities with relevant regulatory approvals and valid business registration. Bidders are required to submit bid security as specified in the bid data sheet, along with evidence of technical capability, authorization from manufacturers, and financial stability documentation. The bidding documents detail technical specifications, eligibility criteria, and post-qualification requirements that must be met prior to contract award.

Bid documents are available from the PKLI & RC procurement office at 1 PKLI Avenue, opposite DHA Phase-6, Lahore. Bids must be submitted by the deadline specified in the bid data sheet. The opening of bids will occur publicly at the procuring agency's office, with technical evaluation and post-qualification assessment following submission. Interested bidders should contact the procurement department at telephone 042-111 117 554, extension 3021 for further details and clarifications regarding the procurement process.

This is a recurring annual arrangement (2026-2027) for consumables and maintenance, not capital expenditure. Bidders must have direct manufacturer relationships and capability to maintain continuous reagent supply and technical support. The scope appears medium-scale for a specialized teaching hospital, likely 5-15 daily tests. Key challenge is securing reliable supply chain; advantage goes to established distributors with warehouse inventory and certified technicians in Lahore.

Who can bid: Typically bidders must hold valid business registration (SECP), active NTN, and relevant regulatory approvals for medical device/reagent distribution in Pakistan. Direct manufacturer authorization or authorized distributorship is likely required. No explicit restrictions noted, but vendor must demonstrate technical competence and financial stability to sustain reagent supply over contract period.