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.
On October 2–3, 2025, the XVI Eurasian Forum KAZENERGY took place in Astana as part of Kazakhstan Energy Week – 2025. This large-scale event in the energy sector brought together more than 300 participants from 50 countries. This year’s theme was “The New Energy Order: Focus on Middle Powers”, which includes the Republic of Kazakhstan — a country with a unique geographical position and tremendous energy potential.
Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Olzhas Bektenov, read out a welcoming address from Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the forum participants: «We are implementing large-scale projects to strengthen the energy security and independence of our country. Our international partners make a significant contribution to this important work. Kazakhstan attaches great importance to attracting investment into the energy sector and enhancing its competitiveness. In this regard, our country, as a responsible middle power, is interested in strengthening ties with authoritative international organizations».
The forum also marked the 20th anniversary of the KAZENERGY Association.
«Given their leading positions and, thus, playing the role of locomotives for the development of entire subcontinents and regions, many middle powers are already setting trends in the global energy markets. Taking this into account, the discussions during Kazakhstan
Energy Week-2025/XVI KAZENERGY Eurasian Forum was aimed at laying out professional approaches to the whole range of tasks and challenges faced by the world during the global energy transition. The issues of world energy security,
accelerated implementation of advanced technologies and strengthening international cooperation were discussed by experts», - mentioned Bolat Akchulakov, Chairman of the KAZENERGY Association.
Tengizchevroil LLP (TCO), as the largest operator in Kazakhstan’s oil and gas industry, traditionally serves as the General Sponsor of the Forum. The company emphasized its support to Kazakhstan’s vision for a low-carbon future and the broader energy transition. TCO also showcased innovative technical and digital solutions currently being applied in its operations, reflecting the company’s role in driving progress within the energy sector.
As noted by TCO General Director William Lacobie: «Growing from 1 million tons of crude oil production in 1993 to almost 28 million tons in 2024. The TCO has a strong performance record of safely and reliably delivering value to Kazakhstan for over 30 years, Tengiz and Korolev oil fields, are some of the most technically challenging in the world, and TCO has been successfully implementing unique global technology solutions and industry best practices provided by its shareholders».
TCO is also actively advancing its data analytics and artificial intelligence initiatives, focusing on areas like predictive maintenance, increased efficiency, automation of routine tasks and intelligent optimization of logistics and procurement processes. Thanks to the innovative technologies and a strong commitment to safe and reliable operations, TCO was able to achieve more than 98% average plant reliability over the past decade alone (2015-2024), allowing the company to provide stable revenues for Kazakhstan.
And since inception, TCO has made direct financial payments to the country of over 206 billion UD dollars, thereby helping to fuel the country’s economic progress.
On October 2–3, 2025, the XVI Eurasian Forum KAZENERGY took place in Astana as part of Kazakhstan Energy Week – 2025. This large-scale event in the energy sector brought together more than 300 participants from 50 countries. This year’s theme was “The New Energy Order: Focus on Middle Powers”, which includes the Republic of Kazakhstan — a country with a unique geographical position and tremendous energy potential.
Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Olzhas Bektenov, read out a welcoming address from Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the forum participants: «We are implementing large-scale projects to strengthen the energy security and independence of our country. Our international partners make a significant contribution to this important work. Kazakhstan attaches great importance to attracting investment into the energy sector and enhancing its competitiveness. In this regard, our country, as a responsible middle power, is interested in strengthening ties with authoritative international organizations».
The forum also marked the 20th anniversary of the KAZENERGY Association.
«Given their leading positions and, thus, playing the role of locomotives for the development of entire subcontinents and regions, many middle powers are already setting trends in the global energy markets. Taking this into account, the discussions during Kazakhstan
Energy Week-2025/XVI KAZENERGY Eurasian Forum was aimed at laying out professional approaches to the whole range of tasks and challenges faced by the world during the global energy transition. The issues of world energy security,
accelerated implementation of advanced technologies and strengthening international cooperation were discussed by experts», - mentioned Bolat Akchulakov, Chairman of the KAZENERGY Association.
Tengizchevroil LLP (TCO), as the largest operator in Kazakhstan’s oil and gas industry, traditionally serves as the General Sponsor of the Forum. The company emphasized its support to Kazakhstan’s vision for a low-carbon future and the broader energy transition. TCO also showcased innovative technical and digital solutions currently being applied in its operations, reflecting the company’s role in driving progress within the energy sector.
As noted by TCO General Director William Lacobie: «Growing from 1 million tons of crude oil production in 1993 to almost 28 million tons in 2024. The TCO has a strong performance record of safely and reliably delivering value to Kazakhstan for over 30 years, Tengiz and Korolev oil fields, are some of the most technically challenging in the world, and TCO has been successfully implementing unique global technology solutions and industry best practices provided by its shareholders».
TCO is also actively advancing its data analytics and artificial intelligence initiatives, focusing on areas like predictive maintenance, increased efficiency, automation of routine tasks and intelligent optimization of logistics and procurement processes. Thanks to the innovative technologies and a strong commitment to safe and reliable operations, TCO was able to achieve more than 98% average plant reliability over the past decade alone (2015-2024), allowing the company to provide stable revenues for Kazakhstan.
And since inception, TCO has made direct financial payments to the country of over 206 billion UD dollars, thereby helping to fuel the country’s economic progress.
