CONTRACTING FOR THE SERVICE OF ISSUING RECHARGEABLE ELECTRONIC CARDS FOR FOOD CONSUMPTION

The National Institute of Neoplastic Diseases (Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Neoplásicas - INEN), located in Lima, is seeking to contract a service for the issuance of rechargeable electronic cards intended for food consumption. This public tender, identified by the process number CP SER-SM-2-2025-INEN-1, is being conducted through a Public Service Competition procurement method.

The objective of this contract is to implement a modern and efficient system for managing food consumption allowances or benefits through the use of electronic cards. These cards will be rechargeable, allowing for flexible management of funds allocated for food purchases. The service likely entails the design, production, distribution, and management of these electronic cards, as well as the associated technological platform for their operation, including recharge mechanisms and transaction processing.

Key requirements for potential bidders are expected to include proven experience in the issuance and management of electronic payment systems or similar solutions, robust technological infrastructure, adherence to security standards for financial transactions, and the capacity to provide comprehensive support throughout the contract period. The INEN aims to enhance the transparency, control, and convenience of food consumption management for its beneficiaries or staff through this initiative. Further details regarding specific technical specifications, service level agreements, and evaluation criteria will be provided in the full tender documentation.

This is a services contract in the finance and banking, security and defense and general supplies sectors. Located in Peru, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of PEN 13.2 million.

Published through Peru SEACE, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the finance and banking sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.