AUCTION: Timber Extraction Rights for Reserved Forests, Barawal, Sheringal, and Kalkot Subdivisions Dir 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 Divisional Forest Officer Barawal Forest Division Dir is inviting sealed bids for the auction of timber extraction rights from reserved forests in Barawal, Sheringal, and Kalkot subdivisions for the financial year 2026-27. This auction presents an opportunity for interested parties to acquire the rights to extract and remove timber from specified forest compartments under the supervision of the forest department. The auction will be conducted as per the schedule and terms outlined in the notice, and all interested bidders are encouraged to participate by submitting their bids before the deadline. Items being auctioned: - Timber extraction rights for reserved forests in Barawal subdivision (Reserve price: PKR 3,200,000, Earnest Money: PKR 30,000) - Timber extraction rights for reserved forests in Sheringal subdivision (Reserve price: PKR 7,000,000, Earnest Money: PKR 30,000) - Timber extraction rights for reserved forests in Kalkot subdivision (Reserve price: PKR 6,000,000, Earnest Money: PKR 30,000) The technical scope includes the extraction and removal of timber from the specified forest areas, adhering to the guidelines and supervision of the forest department. Bidders must ensure compliance with all environmental and legal requirements during the extraction process. Eligibility criteria include submission of earnest money in the form of a pay order or CDR, valid CNIC, and compliance with the terms and conditions set by the department. The auction will be held on 01-09-2026 at 12:00 PM at the office of the Divisional Forest Officer Barawal Forest Division Dir. Bidders are advised to visit the forest sites prior to the auction to assess the available timber and prepare competitive bids. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure all required documents and earnest money are prepared in advance to avoid last-minute issues during the auction process. For further details, contact the office at 0341-8412099.