Bid guide
How to bid on statewide medical supplies for Pennsylvania DGS
What Pennsylvania DGS is buying
The Pennsylvania Department of General Services is seeking bids for statewide medical supplies, equipment, nutritional supplements, and incontinence supplies for Commonwealth agencies. The goods will support hospitals, short- and long-term living facilities, rehabilitation facilities, and other healthcare settings.
The IFB is divided into four categories: medical supplies, rapid testing kits and accompanying services; medical equipment; nutritional supplements; and incontinence supplies. Suppliers may find it relevant if they can meet the bid requirements for one or more of these categories.
Key dates and the bid deadline
The solicitation was published October 2, 2026. Questions are due by the end of the day on October 9, 2026, by email to [email protected].
Bids are due November 2, 2026, at 9:00 AM ET. The solicitation says bids must be submitted through the PA Supplier Portal, and all required documents must be uploaded with the bid. Late or otherwise incomplete submissions may not meet the stated requirements for consideration as responsible and responsive bids.
Who this opportunity may suit
This opportunity may suit suppliers of healthcare products or equipment, including firms serving hospitals, living and rehabilitation facilities, and other healthcare settings. Relevant categories include medical supplies and rapid testing kits, medical equipment, nutritional supplements, and incontinence supplies.
Bidders must meet the criteria in the IFB’s Eligible Bidders and Requirements sections and provide all required documentation by the due date.
How to review and submit a bid
Open the solicitation on Pennsylvania eMarketplace using the “View original source” link, then review the details and download the solicitation documents listed there. No login is needed to view the solicitation on eMarketplace.
Submit through the PA Supplier Portal at pasupplierportal.state.pa.us, following the solicitation’s instructions. The IFB says no other form of bid submission is acceptable and requires all required documents to be uploaded with the bid. The portal access information provided says vendor registration is free.
Prepare a complete, competitive response
Read the full IFB and check the Eligible Bidders and Requirements sections before deciding whether to bid. Identify the category or categories your firm can support, then confirm that your products, services, and documentation address the stated requirements.
Plan to finish the response and upload the required files before the deadline. Check that files are complete and readable, and allow time to confirm that the submission went through the PA Supplier Portal. If you have questions, send them by the stated deadline and email address.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Pennsylvania Department of General Services; the original posting controls.