Duqm Refinery and Petrochemical Industries Company (DRPIC) has invited engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractors to participate in the bidding process for the development of 230,000 barrels per day grass root petrochemicals refinery in Oman
According to company sources, the contract is the result of the implementation of strategic objectives aimed at achieving best practices. The refinery seeks the participation of domestic, regional and international contractors in the project, which is being labelled as one of the most economically important projects in Oman uptil now, a company press release added.
Jacobus Nieuwenhuijze, project director of Duqm Refinery, said, “The journey has just begun, the release of the EPC pre-qualification tender is a very significant step in the Duqm Refinery’s book of achievements. We aim to benchmark our success at the international level by setting high standards in operation and in adding value to an area that is believed to be the economic hub of Oman and a major player in the region.”
The refinery is reportedly seeking qualified contractors who have experience in the field of refineries and petrochemical plant design and construction. The final tender is expected to be announced at a later date after all the bids have been processed.
