By Maryam Garba Balarabe
The Kano State Drug and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA) has successfully concluded the evaluation of tender bids submitted for the procurement of drugs and medical consumables for the 2025/2026 cycle.
The bid evaluation process, which began on 17th September, was conducted in accordance with the due process and guidelines of regulatory bodies such as the Kano State Ministry of Public Procurement, Project Monitoring and Evaluation and the highest standards of transparency, fairness, and accountability. The exercise was aimed at selecting qualified suppliers who can ensure the uninterrupted supply of quality-assured medicines and consumables to public health facilities across the state.
Speaking on the conclusion of the exercise, the Director-General of DMCSA, Pharm. Gali Sule emphasized the importance of the procurement process in sustaining the state’s commitment to improved healthcare delivery.
“We are pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the tender evaluation exercise. This marks a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to strengthen the supply chain and ensure that every citizen of Kano has access to affordable, safe, and effective drugs and other healthcare commodities. We thank all stakeholders for their cooperation and the bidders for their participation.”
A total of 108 companies submitted bids, and after a rigorous evaluation by a multidisciplinary committee, successful vendors were shortlisted based on criteria including product quality, regulatory compliance, delivery timelines, and value for money.
The DMCSA reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that the selected suppliers adhere strictly to the contractual terms and continue to meet the agency’s standards throughout the implementation phase.
The results of the bid evaluation will be formally communicated to all participating vendors, and the contract award process will commence immediately, in line with procurement regulations.
The DMCSA is a public sector agency responsible for the procurement, warehousing, and distribution of quality medicines and medical consumables for public health facilities across Kano State. The agency plays a central role in ensuring equitable access to essential healthcare commodities for the people of Kano.
The six-day workshop was organized by the Ministry of Health in collaboration with the UK Government's Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) Lafiya Programme.
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