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Petrobras opens competition for contracting 8 RSV vessels with attractive conditions
On Tuesday (8), Petrobras kicked off the national competition for the chartering of eight RSVs (ROV Support Vessel), vessels equipped with submersible robots. Interested companies can now submit their proposals, which will be opened on October 29. The goal? To ensure the lowest possible bid for the contract and high-quality services.
What you need to know about the Petrobras tender
Petrobras is looking for up to four vessels per company. With this, those who participate have the chance to guarantee deadlines that vary according to the number of units mobilized. This process is strategic for Petrobras and promises to boost the support vessel sector, while optimizing its investments.
Mobilization deadlines defined
For those who are thinking about participating, the mobilization period for the first two vessels will be 1.460 days. If you manage to add a third, this deadline increases to 1.640 days. If there is a fourth vessel, the mobilization time will be 1.820 days. These terms begin to count from the signing of the contract and end when the vessels begin operating at sea.
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How will the best proposals be chosen?
The selection process will be thorough and based on three pillars. First, the lowest daily value will be taken into account, considering fuel costs and the grade of the Peotram (Operational Excellence Program in Air and Maritime Transport). In addition, the number of vessels that each company is offering and the term of the contract.
This set of factors will help Petrobras select the offer that brings the lowest possible cost, without losing service quality.
Important rules for participants
If your company intends to submit bids for two or more lots, you will need to submit bids for all smaller lots. In other words, if you bid for two vessels, you will also need to submit a bid for a single vessel lot. Otherwise, all of your bids may be disqualified. Furthermore, withdrawing a bid will automatically disqualify all other bids for that same deadline.
How will the lowest price be calculated?
The lowest price will be determined by Total Comparison Value (TCV). This calculation will consider the global daily rate, fuel consumption and Peotram note most recent. Petrobras will also inform the reference price of the fuel during the process to ensure that all proposals are aligned.
Understand what RSV vessels are
RSVs are super-specialized vessels that were developed to operate with ROVs (Remote Operated Vehicles), which are remotely controlled submersible robots. They perform crucial functions on the seabed, such as handling and assembling offshore subsea equipment.
These vessels are equipped with:
- Dynamic Positioning (DP) Systems, which guarantee precision in operation.
- technology of remote control, used in underwater operations.
Furthermore, these vessels offer safety and efficiency in operations at great depths, which are essential for the success of Petrobras' operations in the offshore sector.
The impact of bidding on the offshore support market
With this tender, Petrobras is opening the door to a major movement in the offshore support vessel sector. The expectation is that, over the next few years, Petrobras invest around US$2,5 billion to hire up to 38 vessels.
This plan includes the hiring of:
- 16 RSVs, aimed at launching and operating submersible robots.
- 10 OSRVs, vessels specialized in combating oil spills.
- 12 PSVs, which are used to transport supplies.
Summary of deadlines and values
- Mobilization of the first vessels: 1.460 days.
- Mobilization for additional vessels: 1.640 days for the third and 1.820 days for the fourth vessel.
- Planned investment: US$2,5 billion by 2030.
Opportunities for those working in the sector
This tender opens up great opportunities for those who work with offshore support vessels. Petrobras, as one of the largest energy companies in the world, is committed to expanding its offshore operations, bringing innovation and efficiency to its operations. Therefore, the quality of the proposals will be essential to guarantee long-term contracts with the state-owned company.
