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.
The annual meeting of the members of the International Machine-Building Center (IMBC) was held in Astana with the participation of the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan and three large oil and gas operators, including Tengizchevroil LLP (TCO).
During the meeting, representatives of the IMBC shared the results of their work over the past year and also discussed further plans for the development of Kazakhstani companies and the improvement of their competencies and qualifications. In recent years, IMBC has carried out substantial work in analyzing the needs of operators, assessing the Kazakhstani manufacturing market, visiting production facilities, and clarifying operators’ technical requirements.
The Minister of Energy emphasized the need to synchronize efforts and ensure the actual implementation of previously reached agreements. “We highly appreciate our partners’ contribution to Kazakhstan's economy, but at the same time we see the potential for new solutions. Our conceptual goal is to build a self-sufficient industrial cluster around giant projects. This is now a matter of national economic sustainability,” Minister of Energy Yerlan Akkenzhenov said.
TCO supports the work of the IMBC, related to qualifications and identifying gaps of local manufacturers in order to have a reliable and cost-effective supplier base.
“TCO recognizes that Kazakhstani Content is a strategic issue for the country, and we continually strive to increase Kazakhstani content in goods, works and services, - noted TCO general director, William Lacobie. - It is important that local companies are ready to adapt to international standards, especially regarding safety, as Kazakhstan has technically challenging oil fields.”
Since 1993 TCO spent about $51 billion on Kazakhstani goods and services and to-date we have reached closed to 70% Kazakhstani content. TCO’s total KC spend is very diverse and goes beyond Atyrau, stimulating economic activity in several regions across the country.
As part of IMBC’s expanded efforts to develop local oil and gas products, a new mandate has been developed and agreed upon by the operators. To further support the development of Kazakhstani content and maximize the involvement of local manufacturers, changes have been made to tender procedures and special tender mechanisms have been introduced.
As a result of work with IMBC, last year, TCO signed long-term contracts for the supply of MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) and protective materials, several memorandums and agreements, which are currently in the process of implementation. Since 2024, TCO has completed qualification of 16 Kazakhstani manufacturers and included them in the TCO Approved Manufacturers List, recognizing them as meeting TCO’s requirements and standards.
From the recent success stories, 4 purchase orders to the local and localized companies were signed for the supply of equipment worth more than $10.5 million.
Jointly with IMBC, TCO KC team has recently visited Shymkent manufacturers as part of TCO’s aspirational plan to consistently inspect all regions of Kazakhstan and explore capabilities of local manufacturers.
IMBC was established in 2021 with assistance of three major oil and gas operators: Tengizchevroil, Karachaganak Petroleum Operating B.V. and North Caspian Operating Company N.V. to develop production by localizing OEM manufacturers for the oil and gas industry of Kazakhstan and increasing the percentages of KC in goods.
The annual meeting of the members of the International Machine-Building Center (IMBC) was held in Astana with the participation of the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan and three large oil and gas operators, including Tengizchevroil LLP (TCO).
During the meeting, representatives of the IMBC shared the results of their work over the past year and also discussed further plans for the development of Kazakhstani companies and the improvement of their competencies and qualifications. In recent years, IMBC has carried out substantial work in analyzing the needs of operators, assessing the Kazakhstani manufacturing market, visiting production facilities, and clarifying operators’ technical requirements.
The Minister of Energy emphasized the need to synchronize efforts and ensure the actual implementation of previously reached agreements. “We highly appreciate our partners’ contribution to Kazakhstan's economy, but at the same time we see the potential for new solutions. Our conceptual goal is to build a self-sufficient industrial cluster around giant projects. This is now a matter of national economic sustainability,” Minister of Energy Yerlan Akkenzhenov said.
TCO supports the work of the IMBC, related to qualifications and identifying gaps of local manufacturers in order to have a reliable and cost-effective supplier base.
“TCO recognizes that Kazakhstani Content is a strategic issue for the country, and we continually strive to increase Kazakhstani content in goods, works and services, - noted TCO general director, William Lacobie. - It is important that local companies are ready to adapt to international standards, especially regarding safety, as Kazakhstan has technically challenging oil fields.”
Since 1993 TCO spent about $51 billion on Kazakhstani goods and services and to-date we have reached closed to 70% Kazakhstani content. TCO’s total KC spend is very diverse and goes beyond Atyrau, stimulating economic activity in several regions across the country.
As part of IMBC’s expanded efforts to develop local oil and gas products, a new mandate has been developed and agreed upon by the operators. To further support the development of Kazakhstani content and maximize the involvement of local manufacturers, changes have been made to tender procedures and special tender mechanisms have been introduced.
As a result of work with IMBC, last year, TCO signed long-term contracts for the supply of MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) and protective materials, several memorandums and agreements, which are currently in the process of implementation. Since 2024, TCO has completed qualification of 16 Kazakhstani manufacturers and included them in the TCO Approved Manufacturers List, recognizing them as meeting TCO’s requirements and standards.
From the recent success stories, 4 purchase orders to the local and localized companies were signed for the supply of equipment worth more than $10.5 million.
Jointly with IMBC, TCO KC team has recently visited Shymkent manufacturers as part of TCO’s aspirational plan to consistently inspect all regions of Kazakhstan and explore capabilities of local manufacturers.
IMBC was established in 2021 with assistance of three major oil and gas operators: Tengizchevroil, Karachaganak Petroleum Operating B.V. and North Caspian Operating Company N.V. to develop production by localizing OEM manufacturers for the oil and gas industry of Kazakhstan and increasing the percentages of KC in goods.
