Introduction:
In a key procurement decision supporting Qatar’s healthcare readiness, the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) has awarded a multi-supplier public tender worth QAR 11,815,871 for the supply and delivery of consumables for the Microbiology Unit - essential to operations during the Arab Cup 2021 and FIFA World Cup 2022. The tender, issued under MOPH/TAC/CFL/066/2021, saw several qualified suppliers approved on a partial basis, reinforcing Qatar’s strategy of strengthening laboratory capacity through diversified sourcing.
Contract Scope and Value
The awarded contract covers a broad range of microbiology consumables required for testing, diagnostics, and infection surveillance at national laboratories. These items played a crucial role in supporting mass events such as the Arab Cup and World Cup, where accurate and rapid microbiological testing was critical. The total approved contract value stands at QAR 11.8 million, distributed across multiple suppliers based on item-specific allocations.
Participating and Awarded Companies
More than a dozen suppliers were technically evaluated, including established players such as Intertrade Technical Supplies, Khalid Scientific Company, SEDEER Medical, and Quantum Science. Financial bids ranged significantly, reflecting the wide scope of consumables involved.
Following the financial opening on 10 February 2022, the Ministry selected several vendors for partial requirements, ensuring competitive pricing and availability. The awarded suppliers and their approved values include:
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ALBader Nuclear Gauge and Equipment Service Centre - QAR 358,000
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East West Trading International - QAR 114,727
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AL Balagh Trading and Contracting Company - QAR 166,380
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Medtech Corporation Trading - QAR 10,424.10
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SEDEER Medical Services and Trading - QAR 78,000
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Quantum Science - QAR 105,995
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Atrywm Ll'naytultbyh - QAR 317,600
Each supplier will deliver specific items, ensuring the ministry maintains a resilient and uninterrupted supply chain.
Significance of the Tender
This contract award highlights Qatar's continued commitment to strengthening its public health infrastructure and laboratory testing capacity - an essential component of national health security. By distributing awards across multiple suppliers, MOPH ensures flexibility, faster fulfilment, and reduced supply chain risks.
Background on Key Suppliers
Many awarded companies, such as Al Balagh Trading and Sedeer Medical, are long-standing players in Qatar’s medical supply sector, known for supporting government laboratories, hospitals, and emergency preparedness initiatives.
Conclusion
With this multi-vendor contract award, Qatar reinforces its proactive stance in healthcare procurement, ensuring critical microbiology consumables remain available for ongoing public health needs. As Qatar continues enhancing its national laboratory infrastructure, additional tenders for advanced diagnostics and laboratory modernisation are expected in the coming years.
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