AUCTION: Trophy Hunting Permits for Suleiman Markhor, Afghan Urial, Blanfordi Urial, Sindh Ibex and Kennion/Chinkara Gazelle in Balochistan

NOTE: This is an AUCTION/LEASE notice, not a procurement tender. Bidders pay the department to acquire ownership, lease, rental, or collection rights. The Balochistan Forest and Wildlife Department announces an auction for trophy hunting permits for the 2026-27 hunting season in community-based Game Reserves of Balochistan Province. The hunting period is from 1st December 2026 to 31st March 2027. Items being auctioned include permits for: - 04 Suleiman Markhor - 07 Afghan Urial - 16 Blanford Urial - 16 Sindh Ibex - 10 Kennion Gazelle - 08 Blanford Urial - 08 Sindh Ibex - 05 Afghan Urial - 03 Blanford Urial - 07 Sindh Ibex - 02 Kennion Gazelle - 05 Blanford Urial - 06 Sindh Ibex Additional requisitions to the CITES Management Authority include permits for Afghan Urial 10, Blanford Urial 17, Sind Ibex 18, Kennion Gazelle 11, WWS Kennion Gazelle 04, Afghan Urial 06, TGCS Sind Ibex 08, Kennion Gazelle 03, PWCS Blanford Urial 08, and Sindh Ibex 08. The auction will be held on 24.11.2026 in Quetta at the office of the Chief Conservator Wildlife Balochistan. Bidding starts at 11:30 am and ends at 12:30 pm, with sealed bids accepted until 1:30 pm. Opening of bids and announcement of results will follow the same day. Successful bidders must deposit bid money within three working days. The offer shall be made in US Dollars only. Earnest money deposits are required as security for each species: Suleiman Markhor at Rs. 1,500,000, Afghan/Blanford Urial Rs. 300,000, Sindh Ibex Rs. 200,000, Kennion Gazelle Rs. 100,000. Trophy hunting permits must be purchased or procured through open bidding or sealed bids at reserved rates fixed by CMA for the 2025-26 season. Big Game Shooting Licenses are also required at specified rates per shooting license/permit for each species. The highest bidder for combined species hunting permits will be awarded the permit. Hunting is only allowed in the community-based conservancy for which the permit is issued. The department emphasizes that only valid permit holders may hunt trophies. Proxy or illegal hunting is prohibited. Hunters must personally collect permits and report to the Chief Conservator Wildlife Balochistan office. Export permits from CITES Management Authority and inter-provincial export permits are the responsibility of the hunter/outfitter. This auction offers a unique opportunity for registered national and international outfitters to participate in trophy hunting in Balochistan's community-based reserves. Interested bidders should ensure compliance with all terms and conditions, including earnest money deposits and licensing requirements. One practical tip: Ensure your bid is submitted on time and accompanied by the required earnest money to avoid disqualification. Late or incomplete bids will not be entertained.