The Medical and Civil Rights Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance has raised serious allegations of misconduct involving the State Pharmaceuticals Corporation (SPC). The organization claims that the SPC approved a tender to purchase a disinfectant liquid from a Bangladeshi company with an illegal registration.
Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa, chairman of the alliance, revealed at a media briefing that approval was granted on December 12th to procure 270,000 bottles of disinfectant used for cleaning patients’ mouths. According to Dr. Sanjeewa, this decision was made despite the company’s questionable financial standing.
“A significant tender scam has unfolded within the State Pharmaceuticals Corporation,” Dr. Sanjeewa stated. “In June last year, the SPC called for bids to supply 270,000 bottles of disinfectant. While the tender was awarded to the lowest bidder on December 12th, the company involved had been deemed unsuitable for financial dealings by the SPC itself.”
He further alleged that the Bangladeshi company in question owes the Sri Lankan government a surcharge of Rs. 127 million, raising concerns about the due diligence process in awarding the tender.
The SPC has yet to provide an official statement or clarification regarding these allegations. The incident has sparked criticism and calls for accountability, with many questioning the transparency of tender processes under the current administration.
