Auction of Standing Trees for Dualization of N-25 Kachlak-Chaman Road in Pishin

This auction notice from the Divisional Forest Officer in Pishin, Balochistan, invites interested firms to bid for 770 standing trees comprising 80 Ghaz and 690 Kikar trees. The trees are located along the N-25 (Kachlak-Chaman) Road, which is undergoing dualization. The total volume of timber is approximately 286.64 cubic feet, weighing around 11,465.5 kilograms, converted to 286.638 mounds. This auction is a key opportunity for timber traders and contractors in Pishin to acquire natural forest produce. The auction involves standing trees that bidders must inspect in coordination with the Divisional Forest Officer to verify quality and quantity. The trees must be bid on in their natural standing condition, with no allowance for quantity deviation. All costs related to cutting, handling, loading, unloading, transportation, and transit fees are the responsibility of the successful bidder. The auction follows the Balochistan Timber, Fuel Wood and other Forest Produce Transit Rules, 2024, ensuring compliance with provincial transit fee regulations and government dues. Bidders should note the requirement to deposit a bid security of 5% of the total bid amount in the form of a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR). The tender documents are available from the office of the undersigned upon payment of a non-refundable fee of PKR 1,000 via Green Challan. The procurement method is a Single Stage Two Envelope Bidding Procedure, and the auction committee reserves the right to accept, reject, cancel, or postpone the auction. The submission deadline is set for January 15, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., with bid opening at 1:30 p.m. at the Office of the Notified Chairman of the Committee in Pishin. Interested firms must ensure timely submission and compliance with all terms and conditions to participate effectively. Pro-Tip: Make sure to inspect the trees personally with the Divisional Forest Officer before bidding to avoid any disputes on quality or quantity later. Also, carefully review the transit fee rules to budget for all associated costs accurately.