While this cuts capex burdens for bidders, the addition of a risk purchase clause signals… – E&P Contracting Brief: Part III, 2 Jul 2025

Submission extended in high-spec mobile rig charter tender8Bid deadline reportedly moved to 15 July 2025, giving vendors more time to align with demanding spec conditions under OMR and OISD norms.

The extension comes amid pre-bid deferral and complex BOP compliance requirements.OIL relaxes seismic specs, extends bid deadline amid expanding offshore scope8In a bid to widen vendor eligibility and enable area-flexible mobilization, OIL has revised key seismic tender clauses—from reduced gun volume to additional data formats.

While this cuts capex burdens for bidders, the addition of a risk purchase clause signals strict enforcement. The bid deadline now stands extended to 8 July 2025.Minor deadline shift in ONGC security tender; QCBS rules stay tight8ONGC has extended the bid deadline for its Rs. 67 crore security outsourcing tender in Delhi by 3 days, but has retained all original financial, technical, and qualification criteria.

Vendors hoping for MSME relaxations or experience waivers will find no relief in this round.ONGC extends bid deadline for Hazira pipeline revamp amid tight retrofit scope8ONGC has pushed back the bid submission for its energy optimization tender at Hazira by a week.

While the scope spans intricate compressor header mods and insulation reworks, lack of detailed clarifications and unchanged BOQ may continue to challenge bidders.

Extension may aid broader participation but doesn’t address deeper execution risks.