Seven commercial sites will be offered together on a 20-year rental basis, with a Rs25 million token deposit and a 10% annual increase in rent.
ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has announced an open auction of seven petrol pump and filling station sites across Islamabad, creating a new opportunity for registered oil marketing companies to establish and operate fuel stations at key locations in the capital.
The auction will take place on October 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Jinnah Convention Centre, Islamabad. Eligible participants include registered oil marketing companies and their authorised dealers.
Seven locations included in the auction
The sites are spread across several important commercial areas of Islamabad. Two plots are located on Murree Road near Lake View Park, while the remaining sites are in Blue Area F-10, I-12 Markaz, G-8 Markaz, G-8/1 and G-11/1.
The sites and their respective areas are:
- Murree Road, near Lake View Park: Two plots, each measuring 3,555.55 square yards.
- Blue Area, F-10: 2,500 square yards.
- I-12 Markaz: 3,688.88 square yards.
- Plot 15-B, G-8 Markaz: 1,200 square yards.
- Plot 13-A, Mauve Area, G-8/1: 2,555.55 square yards.
- Plot 26, Mauve Area, G-11/1: 2,000 square yards.
Sites to be leased for 20 years
All seven sites will be auctioned as one package, with a contractual rental period of 20 years, subject to the agreement’s terms and conditions.
The required token money has been set at Rs25 million. The monthly rent will be determined through competitive bidding and must be paid in advance. Rent will also increase by 10% annually under the prescribed terms.
The successful bidder will be responsible for the construction, operation and management of the filling stations. This includes obtaining the required no-objection certificates, licences, statutory approvals and meeting all associated expenses.
The maximum construction and completion period is set at nine months or the applicable site-completion deadline, whichever is earlier, according to the announced conditions.
Opportunity for fuel infrastructure investment
The auction is part of the CDA’s broader vision of a greener Islamabad and improved commercial infrastructure. The selected locations include established commercial areas and major road corridors that serve residents, commuters and businesses.
Interested companies are advised to review the complete auction brochure and bidding documents before participating. These documents contain the detailed eligibility requirements, site plans, payment procedures and other conditions.
The planned auction will determine the rental terms through open competition, while placing responsibility for development and operation on the successful bidder.
