Auction of Ephedra from Targhatu State Forest Pishin

This auction notice from the Divisional Forest Officer Pishin invites registered pharmaceutical firms to bid for Ephedra (Oman/Nuromb) harvested from the Targhatu State Forest in Tehsil Barshore, District Pishin, Balochistan. The auction covers 8250 acres of forest produce, specifically Ephedra, which is a critical raw material used in lifesaving drugs. The reserve rate is set per mound, excluding labor and government taxes. The auction process requires bidders to have valid registration with the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) and to submit a bid security of 5% of the total bid amount via Call Deposit Receipt (CDR). The Ephedra stock can be inspected in standing condition with the Divisional Forest Officer before bidding. The successful bidder must bear all costs related to harvesting, handling, loading, transportation, and transit fees as per the Balochistan Timber, Fuel Wood and other Forest Produce Transit Rules, 2024. The total bid amount is payable in three installments aligned with harvesting milestones. Bidders should ensure compliance with all government dues and taxes applicable under provincial and national laws. The auction documents are available from the date of publication until January 16th, 2026, with a non-refundable fee of PKR 1,000 payable via Green Challan. The procurement follows a Single Stage two Envelope Bidding Procedure, requiring separate technical and financial bids. The submission deadline is **January 16th, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.**, with bid opening at 1:30 p.m. at the Office of the Notified Chairman of the Committee, Pishin. Interested firms must submit sealed bids by the deadline to participate in the auction. Pro-Tip: Make sure to inspect the Ephedra stock in standing condition before bidding to avoid any disputes on quality or quantity, and carefully prepare your Call Deposit Receipt as bid security to meet eligibility criteria.