Being listed on Aramco's approved vendor list (AVL) is the singular, non-negotiable prerequisite for bidding on the company's massive capital projects. In 2021 alone, Aramco continued its aggressive expansion, awarding major long-term agreements (LTAs) for its oil and gas brownfield and plant upgrade projects. These contracts were monumental in scale, covering engineering, procurement, construction, and start-up, often with a base period of six years and an option to extend for another six. For contractors and suppliers, being "Aramco approved" allowed them to sit at the table for these multi-billion-dollar tenders.
Approved vendors gain exclusive access to the Aramco e-Marketplace to view and bid on restricted mega-project tenders.
Companies seeking "Aramco Approved" status in 2021 had to adhere to several standardized processes: Saudi Aramco Sustainability Report 2021 EN - Scribd
Aramco mandated a live with a high creditworthiness score. Many 2021 applicants were denied due to insufficient working capital—specifically, a lack of audited financial statements for the previous three years (2018, 2019, 2020).
Being Aramco approved signifies that a vendor has met the rigorous standards set by Saudi Aramco. The approval process involves a thorough evaluation of the vendor's capabilities, including their financial stability, technical expertise, quality control measures, and adherence to safety and environmental regulations. This stringent vetting process ensures that only competent vendors are engaged to supply goods and services, thereby safeguarding the integrity and reliability of Aramco's operations.
In 2021, Aramco made several significant announcements and achieved several milestones. Some of the notable achievements include:
: Registration is handled via the SAP Ariba network, where companies provide basic profile information. Registration vs. Qualification : Registration provides system access and a unique Vendor ID (100xxxxx)
Being listed on Aramco's approved vendor list (AVL) is the singular, non-negotiable prerequisite for bidding on the company's massive capital projects. In 2021 alone, Aramco continued its aggressive expansion, awarding major long-term agreements (LTAs) for its oil and gas brownfield and plant upgrade projects. These contracts were monumental in scale, covering engineering, procurement, construction, and start-up, often with a base period of six years and an option to extend for another six. For contractors and suppliers, being "Aramco approved" allowed them to sit at the table for these multi-billion-dollar tenders.
Approved vendors gain exclusive access to the Aramco e-Marketplace to view and bid on restricted mega-project tenders. aramco approved 2021
Companies seeking "Aramco Approved" status in 2021 had to adhere to several standardized processes: Saudi Aramco Sustainability Report 2021 EN - Scribd Being listed on Aramco's approved vendor list (AVL)
Aramco mandated a live with a high creditworthiness score. Many 2021 applicants were denied due to insufficient working capital—specifically, a lack of audited financial statements for the previous three years (2018, 2019, 2020). Many 2021 applicants were denied due to insufficient
Being Aramco approved signifies that a vendor has met the rigorous standards set by Saudi Aramco. The approval process involves a thorough evaluation of the vendor's capabilities, including their financial stability, technical expertise, quality control measures, and adherence to safety and environmental regulations. This stringent vetting process ensures that only competent vendors are engaged to supply goods and services, thereby safeguarding the integrity and reliability of Aramco's operations.
In 2021, Aramco made several significant announcements and achieved several milestones. Some of the notable achievements include:
: Registration is handled via the SAP Ariba network, where companies provide basic profile information. Registration vs. Qualification : Registration provides system access and a unique Vendor ID (100xxxxx)