Unlocking Opportunity in Mega Projects: How EPS Support Enables Bulk Procurement and Strategic Consulting for Aramco Contracts
Introduction
In June 2024, Saudi Aramco awarded a $1.37 billion EPC contract to Chinese engineering giant Sinopec for its Master Gas System Expansion (MGSE-3) project—marking another milestone in the Kingdom’s strategic energy infrastructure development. This announcement reaffirms the Kingdom’s long-term energy strategy and opens doors for a wide spectrum of vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, and consultants to engage in the world’s most lucrative oil and gas ecosystem.
As Saudi Arabia accelerates its Vision 2030 diversification and infrastructure ambitions, such mega-projects are not just opportunities for engineering titans—they offer tangible procurement, supply chain, and consulting prospects for local and international businesses.
At EPS Support, we are strategically positioned to bridge the gap between regulatory compliance, material supply, and localized vendor onboarding for companies looking to participate in high-value Aramco projects like MGSE-3.
Aramco’s Master Gas System Expansion: What It Means
The MGSE-3 contract awarded to Sinopec covers engineering, procurement, and construction for gas compression facilities, pipelines, and auxiliary systems.
Aramco’s objective is clear: to expand its gas distribution network and unlock greater energy efficiency across the Kingdom.
🔹 Contract Value: $1.37 billion
🔹 Scope: Pipelines, gas compression stations, industrial infrastructure
🔹 Strategic Importance: Enhances energy efficiency, aligns with Vision 2030 sustainability goals
For suppliers and subcontractors, this means a massive demand surge in Aramco-approved materials, bulk commodities, piping systems, mechanical packages, and qualified workforce support.
The Procurement Gap: Where Many Vendors Struggle
While Aramco’s ecosystem is full of potential, onboarding is often slow and complex. Many suppliers face the following challenges:
Aramco 9COM registration delays
Non-compliant documentation
Lack of localized sourcing strategy or IKTVA plan
Inability to meet bulk material delivery standards
Unfamiliarity with EPC contractor supply chain portals
EPS Support addresses these challenges head-on, offering both consultation and bulk procurement coordination as part of our turnkey vendor enablement solutions.
How EPS Support Adds Value to Sinopec and Similar Projects
As a Saudi Arabia-based consulting and industrial supply firm, EPS Support brings together three core capabilities:
1. Bulk Procurement of Aramco-Approved Materials
We maintain a wide-ranging database of prequalified local and international vendors and handle:
Material sourcing of Aramco-approved pipes, valves, cables, panels, coatings, and fasteners
Logistics coordination for timely delivery to project sites
Vendor aggregation for small-to-mid-sized companies looking to fulfill contract packages
Pricing optimization through strategic sourcing in Saudi Arabia and GCC
Our experience ensures vendors deliver within Aramco’s required technical specifications, timelines, and compliance checklists.
2. Vendor Registration & Consulting Agreements
EPS Support provides complete 9COM registration assistance for foreign and local vendors and helps align your business with:
Aramco’s vendor onboarding process
Contractual compliance under industrial procurement norms
Documentation, audits, and bid submission readiness
IKTVA & local content alignment for higher bid competitiveness
We also offer consulting agreements for international firms looking to enter via joint ventures or project-based partnerships. EPS Support becomes your in-market representative and guide.
3. IKTVA Alignment and Reporting
Participation in large-scale projects like MGSE-3 now mandates strict adherence to In-Kingdom Total Value Add (IKTVA). EPS Support provides:
Localization strategy consulting
IKTVA roadmap development
Quarterly IKTVA progress tracking and submission support
Workforce nationalization (Saudization) guidance
By helping companies improve their IKTVA score, we enhance their eligibility and ranking in Aramco’s procurement ecosystem.
Why This Matters for You
🚀 Aramco’s procurement value chain is expected to exceed $50 billion by 2027, as reported by Saudi Industrial Development Fund (SIDF) projections.
🏗️ Over 70% of all new contracts in Aramco will require localized sourcing or JV arrangements.
For vendors, the opportunity is huge—but only if they are compliant, capable, and connected. EPS Support acts as a single-window strategic partner, helping you navigate approvals, optimize sourcing, and successfully deliver materials or services for mega projects.
EPS Support Solution:
Conducts compliance audit
Completes technical prequalification and documentation review
Submits 9COM application within 6 weeks
Supported with IKTVA localization plan and supply readiness
Conclusion: From Contract to Contribution—EPS Support Is the Bridge
The Aramco-Sinopec contract isn’t just about infrastructure—it’s about unlocking opportunity across the supply chain. If you’re a vendor, supplier, manufacturer, or EPC subcontractor eyeing entry into Saudi Arabia’s industrial ecosystem, the time to act is now.
EPS Support provides end-to-end vendor induction, material supply, and compliance consulting services that help you convert ambition into contracts.
📞 Connect with us today to explore how your company can become a part of the Kingdom’s industrial future.
