AUCTION: Aggregate Royalty Contract for District Vehari 2026-27

NOTE: This is an AUCTION/LEASE notice, not a procurement tender. Bidders pay the department to acquire ownership, lease, rental, or collection rights. The Mines and Minerals Department Punjab is inviting sealed bids for the annual royalty contract for aggregate (bajri, sand, stone, gravel, etc.) collection rights in District Vehari for the financial year 2026-27. This auction is being conducted under the Punjab Mining Concession Rules 2002 and is open to eligible parties who meet the department's requirements. The auction will be held at the office of the Deputy Commissioner, Vehari, as per the schedule below. Items being auctioned: - Aggregate Royalty Contract for District Vehari (Reserve Price: Rs. 150,100,000, Earnest Money: Rs. 13,510,000) The technical scope covers the exclusive right to collect royalty on all aggregate materials extracted from notified sites within Vehari district for the specified period. The successful bidder will be responsible for compliance with all relevant mining, environmental, and safety regulations. Only those registered with FBR and listed on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) are eligible to participate. Bidders must submit a CDR/Pay Order equivalent to the specified earnest money in favor of the department. The auction will be conducted in person, and the highest bid above the reserve price will be considered for award, subject to departmental approval. Key dates: The auction will be held on 13 October 2026 at 09:00 AM at the Deputy Commissioner's office, Vehari. Interested parties must ensure timely arrival and submission of required documents before the auction commences. For further details, visit mlwc.punjab.gov.pk or contact the numbers provided below. Practical tip: Arrive early on auction day to complete all registration and verification steps, as latecomers may not be allowed to participate. Ensure your CDR/Pay Order is correctly prepared to avoid disqualification.