With cumulative spent of over 46.8 billion US dollars on sourcing goods and services locally TCO remains a leading contributor into Kazakhstani content development
TCO operates one of the largest and technologically challenging oilfields in the world. Safety and reliability of exploration and production operations in Tengiz are the key to success in fueling Kazakhstani's economic progress and fulfilling global energy demand. Our mission is to source goods and services that meet international standards while enabling opportunities for local suppliers and talents.
Our contracting and procurement plan outlines supply opportunities that TCO has in different areas of its operations.
Suppliers interested in doing business with TCO shall submit application through the link below: Link to Supplier Expression of Interest (SEOI)
Note: TCO also utilizes the O&G industry ALASH database (www.alash-kz.com) to identify prospective suppliers.
The information contained in the TCO contracting and procurement plan is a forecast of Tengizchevroil LLP's (hereinafter – TCO) needs in goods, works or services for the upcoming period referenced therein. The publication of data related to these forecasted sourcing, contracting and/or procurement activities is provided for information only and shall not be considered as a commitment by TCO to conduct any given activity or an offer by TCO to any person to participate in it. Sourcing, contracting and/or procurement activities published earlier may be postponed, modified or cancelled at TCO's own discretion without prior notice. Please monitor this website regularly for any updates. TCO explicitly waives any responsibility or liability for any damages or losses that may be sustained by any person arising out of or in connection with such person's reliance on the data published in TCO's contracting and procurement plan.
Understanding international standards of operation and meeting world-class safety and quality requirements are critical for local suppliers to successfully work with TCO. We continuously look for opportunities to offer and invest our resources into bringing suppliers to the next level of sustainable operation.
Tengizchevroil Kazakhstani Content Development
Please email us at
kcdsearch@tengizchevroil.com
HV cables, LV distribution boards, transformers, Substation, Remote Terminal Units
HV motors repair service, Heat exchanger, Retubing facility
Tanks and vessels
Valves, Flanges & fittings, Stud bolts, Spectacle blinds & spacers
Fiberoptic cable
Waste recycling, safety and compliance online training, wood waste removal, safety garments
In 2019 alone TCO and its suppliers fulfilled 13 Kazakhstani content plans under long-term contracts
TCO works with globally recognized original equipment manufacturers (OEM) to maintain safe, reliable and uninterrupted production operations and continue executing FGP-WPMP project. We have partnered with several OEMs to create lonough building infrastructure, technology transfer and talent development
TCO identifies opportunities for local content development with existing and potential suppliers
TCO and suppliers negotiate these opportunities and Kazakhstani Content plan is created
TCO and suppliers formalize KC plans within the agreements
TCO continuously monitors compliance and performance
When it comes to local content, measuring our performance is important to track our success. Calculation and reporting of Kazakhstani content spent is one of the legal requirements for TCO. It’s in our best interests to ensure that TCO suppliers are familiar with methodology of KC calculation. On a quarterly basis we conduct relevant training for our Business Partners that cover certain aspects of Subsoil Use Code and governmental decrees, which govern the calculation of local content, basic concepts and definitions, and examples of calculating KC in goods and services spent. Please note that this training is dedicated to TCO’s current suppliers and contractors only.
TCO discussed working with local suppliers and procurement of Kazakhstani goods, works, and services (GWS) at the annual "Kazneftegazservice – 2025: Oil and Gas Construction and Engineering" conference held in Atyrau. The conference was attended by around 300 participants, including representatives from 150 Kazakhstani companies as well as foreign firms from Qatar, the UAE, and Russia.
TCO Deputy General Director Konilkosh Suesinov emphasized the importance of open dialogue with business partners and highlighted TCO’s contribution to Kazakhstan’s economic development. In his speech, he spoke about TCO’s significant investments in the local market. In 2024, payments to Kazakhstan exceeded $11 billion, while expenditures on Kazakhstani GWS surpassed $3 billion.
“One of TCO’s key focus areas is supporting Kazakhstani manufacturers. In 2024, the company, in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy, developed a strategy to enhance local content, aimed at improving support mechanisms for local producers, introducing price tolerance in tenders, and conducting tenders exclusively among domestic companies if three or more local producers are available,” said Konilkosh Suesinov.
During the forum, Rafael Alaña, TCO’s Strategic Sourcing Contracts Manager, presented TCO’s 2025 annual contracts and procurement plan, outlining the company’s anticipated GWS needs. He provided detailed insights into TCO’s tendering process, which includes mechanisms to support Kazakhstani manufacturers, the implementation of "KC Tolerance" (price preference), and the introduction of non-standard contract mechanisms such as off-take agreements, early tenders, and long-term contracts in exchange for investments.
“One of the key changes in our policy is the introduction of a ‘local tenders only’ approach for certain product categories, which will help increase Kazakhstani content. We also implement a trial order system to assess the compliance of local manufacturers’ products with TCO requirements. In addition, the company is actively incorporating Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) into long-term contracts to encourage contractors to enhance localization,” emphasized Rafael Alaña.
He also discussed the simplification of financial qualification criteria for local suppliers and the introduction of contract mechanisms with mandatory localization commitments. These measures open new opportunities for domestic producers and lower barriers to entry into TCO’s supply chain.
Tengizchevroil remains committed to sustainable development principles and aims to make a significant contribution to Kazakhstan’s economy. In 2024, the share of Kazakhstani content in GWS reached approximately 70%.
TCO discussed working with local suppliers and procurement of Kazakhstani goods, works, and services (GWS) at the annual "Kazneftegazservice – 2025: Oil and Gas Construction and Engineering" conference held in Atyrau. The conference was attended by around 300 participants, including representatives from 150 Kazakhstani companies as well as foreign firms from Qatar, the UAE, and Russia.
TCO Deputy General Director Konilkosh Suesinov emphasized the importance of open dialogue with business partners and highlighted TCO’s contribution to Kazakhstan’s economic development. In his speech, he spoke about TCO’s significant investments in the local market. In 2024, payments to Kazakhstan exceeded $11 billion, while expenditures on Kazakhstani GWS surpassed $3 billion.
“One of TCO’s key focus areas is supporting Kazakhstani manufacturers. In 2024, the company, in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy, developed a strategy to enhance local content, aimed at improving support mechanisms for local producers, introducing price tolerance in tenders, and conducting tenders exclusively among domestic companies if three or more local producers are available,” said Konilkosh Suesinov.
During the forum, Rafael Alaña, TCO’s Strategic Sourcing Contracts Manager, presented TCO’s 2025 annual contracts and procurement plan, outlining the company’s anticipated GWS needs. He provided detailed insights into TCO’s tendering process, which includes mechanisms to support Kazakhstani manufacturers, the implementation of "KC Tolerance" (price preference), and the introduction of non-standard contract mechanisms such as off-take agreements, early tenders, and long-term contracts in exchange for investments.
“One of the key changes in our policy is the introduction of a ‘local tenders only’ approach for certain product categories, which will help increase Kazakhstani content. We also implement a trial order system to assess the compliance of local manufacturers’ products with TCO requirements. In addition, the company is actively incorporating Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) into long-term contracts to encourage contractors to enhance localization,” emphasized Rafael Alaña.
He also discussed the simplification of financial qualification criteria for local suppliers and the introduction of contract mechanisms with mandatory localization commitments. These measures open new opportunities for domestic producers and lower barriers to entry into TCO’s supply chain.
Tengizchevroil remains committed to sustainable development principles and aims to make a significant contribution to Kazakhstan’s economy. In 2024, the share of Kazakhstani content in GWS reached approximately 70%.
