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Kuwait Market Watch · October 2026

New projects. Closed announcements. Changes coming.

Kuwait’s project market moves through announcements, bid deadlines, committee decisions and contractor procurement. Follow the change, understand the value and identify the next commercial step.

Latest Market Watch · 11 October 2026

Gas infrastructure, refinery procurement and marine maintenance lead this update.

KOC’s new sour-gas pipeline tender sits alongside a KWD 29.45 million wellhead award approval, KNPC equipment procurement and KOTC fleet work. Roads, stormwater and public-building maintenance add opportunities beyond the oil sector. Their procurement stages matter as much as their announced scope.

Deema Trading conceptual engineering cross-section, dated 11 October 2026, showing KOC and KOTC procurement highlights
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No combined execution-value total is shown: open tender values are unpublished, and committee approvals are not confirmation that work has begun.

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01New ProjectsNewly announced tenders and existing open procurement. The exact notice and bid status are shown for each item.02Closed AnnouncementsPublished awards and committee decisions. An award approval is labelled separately from a signed contract or confirmed execution.03Changes ComingDeadline changes, planned procurement, qualification developments and regulatory updates. Published rules are identified as current changes.

Review date: 11 October 2026. Published values, tender status and planned procurement are kept distinct. Bid bonds and document fees are not project values. Supplier opportunities are Deema’s commercial analysis and require specification review. Earlier stories remain dated and are archived after two weeks.

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Market Watch · 11 October 2026

New Projects

Newly announced tenders and existing open procurement. The exact notice and bid status are shown for each item.

12 items

KOC · Gas infrastructure · Reviewed 11 October 2026

KOC opens a new 24-inch sour-gas pipeline tender.

StatusOpen tender · announced 11 October 2026

Published valueValue Not Published

A new pipeline package brings fresh procurement activity to Kuwait’s gas infrastructure. The distinction for suppliers is timing: this is a competition to prepare for, with contractor engagement and specification review needed before the bid closes.

Scope, dates and supplier opportunities
Scope
RFP-2159865: new 24-inch sour-gas export pipeline from BS-171 via TP-1 to the Intermediate Slug Catcher (ISC).
Dates and next milestone
Preliminary meeting: 10 November 2026. Bid closing: 5 January 2027.
Procurement requirements
CAPT lists a KWD 3,500 document fee and KWD 220,000 initial guarantee. The tender is indivisible and alternative offers are not accepted. These sums are not the project value; confirm eligibility, guarantee validity and all addenda in the tender documents.
Potential products and services
Potential supplier packages include pressure instrumentation, pipeline inspection, corrosion assessment, utility locating and line isolation. Product suitability, sour-service requirements and approved makes must be checked against the specifications.
Partner profile
Eligible pipeline EPC contractors and approved manufacturers with relevant sour-gas references.
Project enquiries
Products for the Project →Partner Wanted →

#DeemaTrading #KuwaitProjects #KOC #GasInfrastructure #Pipeline #Inspection #Corrosion #Instrumentation

MPW · Roads and drainage · Reviewed 11 October 2026

Highway tunnel pumping stations enter a new maintenance competition.

StatusOpen tender · announced 11 October 2026

Published valueValue Not Published

Road resilience depends on the pumping and control systems that keep tunnels operational during rainfall. The new maintenance notice creates a route for specialist suppliers to engage eligible bidders on reliability, testing and inspection requirements.

Scope, dates and supplier opportunities
Scope
HS/T/337: operation and maintenance of stormwater pumping stations serving highway tunnels.
Dates and next milestone
Preliminary meeting: 19 October 2026. Bid closing: 10 November 2026.
Procurement requirements
Published document fee: KWD 1,000. Initial guarantee: KWD 45,000. No alternative offers; indivisible tender. Verify the station list, maintenance responsibilities and required qualifications before quoting.
Potential products and services
Potential packages include pump and valve spares, pressure and level instrumentation, controls, drainage inspection and maintenance tools. These are commercial opportunities to validate against the BOQ.
Partner profile
Qualified pumping-station maintenance contractor, controls specialist and compliant equipment suppliers.
Project enquiries
Products for the Project →Partner Wanted →

#DeemaTrading #KuwaitProjects #MPW #RoadServices #Stormwater #PumpingStations #DrainageInspection

PAM · Public buildings · Reviewed 11 October 2026

Annual facilities maintenance opens a route into public-building services.

StatusOpen tender · announced 11 October 2026

Published valueValue Not Published

The Public Authority for Manpower’s facilities notice adds a recurring maintenance opportunity to the building pipeline. Suppliers should identify the lead maintenance bidders and establish which equipment, materials and service packages are actually included.

Scope, dates and supplier opportunities
Scope
Tender 5/2025/2026: annual maintenance of all PAM facilities.
Dates and next milestone
Preliminary meeting: 21 October 2026. Bid closing: 10 November 2026.
Procurement requirements
Published document fee: KWD 1,000. Initial guarantee: KWD 45,000. The tender is indivisible and does not accept alternative offers. Obtain the building schedule and BOQ before preparing any supply proposal.
Potential products and services
Assess mechanical and electrical maintenance supplies, inspection equipment and repair materials. Façade coatings, doors and AC cooperation should be proposed only where the confirmed scope permits.
Partner profile
Eligible facilities-maintenance contractor with appropriate building-services partners.
Project enquiries
Products for the Project →Partner Wanted →

#DeemaTrading #KuwaitProjects #PAM #PublicBuildings #FacilitiesMaintenance #MEP #KuwaitProjects

KOTC · Marine maintenance · Reviewed 11 October 2026

Nakilat 6 drydocking approaches its submission deadline.

StatusOpen limited tender · issued 20 September 2026

Published valueValue Not Published

The approaching drydocking deadline makes bidder access the immediate commercial priority. This is an existing open procurement notice, rather than a project newly announced on 11 October.

Scope, dates and supplier opportunities
Scope
2027/NVI/0531: Nakilat 6 Dry Docking.
Dates and next milestone
Bid closing: 20 October 2026.
Procurement requirements
Participation is limited to ASRY (Bahrain), HEISCO (Kuwait) and Drydocks World (Dubai). Invited bidders must use K-Tendering and provide the original KWD 2,500 initial guarantee, valid throughout the 90-day bid period. Check the required PAM certificates. No alternative offers; indivisible scope.
Potential products and services
Specialist suppliers can assess repair spares, valves, gauges, inspection and corrosion services against the shipyard’s actual work package. Deema’s potential route is through an invited yard, subject to its purchasing approval.
Partner profile
An invited shipyard and approved marine equipment or inspection specialists.
Project enquiries
Products for the Project →Partner Wanted →

#DeemaTrading #KuwaitProjects #KOTC #Nakilat6 #Drydocking #MarineMaintenance #ShipRepair

Procurement

KIPIC Al-Zour LNG boil-off gas re-liquefaction

StatusLimited tender announced 27 September; closing 22 December 2026

ValueValue Not Published
Scope
CZ/LNGI/MP/012: EPC, pre-commissioning, commissioning assistance, startup and performance testing for a boil-off gas re-liquefaction package and associated facilities.
Procurement Requirements
Restricted to the named invited EPCs; KWD 5,000 documents; KWD 450,000 bid bond valid 90 days; pre-tender meeting 18 October, 10 AM at Al-Zour. The English notice states 22 December closing; verify the Arabic table’s inconsistent date with CAPT.
Services Needed
BOG process technology, cryogenic packages, compressors, valves, controls, electrical, testing and commissioning.
Partner Needed
Re-liquefaction technology licensor/OEM and eligible EPC bidder; Deema’s route is via an invited prime.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted

Procurement

KOC Bahra-A 132 kV substation and overhead lines

StatusBid closing postponed to 18 October 2026

ValueValue Not Published
Scope
RFP-2131708: new 132 kV / 72 MW Bahra-A substation and associated 132 kV overhead lines.
Procurement Requirements
Revised deadline is a CAPT postponement, not a new tender. Obtain original tender documents, eligibility, bond, addenda and any further extension from CAPT.
Services Needed
Power transformers, GIS/switchgear, protection, controls, cabling, line materials, testing and commissioning.
Partner Needed
132 kV EPC contractor with compliant OEMs and KOC experience.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted

Procurement

KOC Ahmadi-F and Burgan-F/G 132 kV substations

StatusBid closing postponed to 18 October 2026

ValueValue Not Published
Scope
RFP-2118113: three new 132 kV substations and associated power lines in South and East Kuwait.
Procurement Requirements
CAPT postponement; review the complete technical schedule, bidder classification, bond and addenda before offering.
Services Needed
Substation electrical packages, overhead lines, protection and SCADA, civil interfaces, testing and commissioning.
Partner Needed
Experienced high-voltage EPC and certified 132 kV equipment manufacturers.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted

Procurement

MEW southern 11 kV and LV overhead lines

StatusBid closing postponed to 20 October 2026

ValueValue Not Published
Scope
MEW tender 2025/2024/41: supply, installation and maintenance of 11 kV medium-voltage and low-voltage overhead lines and related civil works in the southern area.
Procurement Requirements
CAPT published a revised closing date; check original documents for classification, bill of quantities, bid security and latest addenda.
Services Needed
Line hardware, conductors, poles, insulators, distribution equipment, civil works and maintenance.
Partner Needed
Distribution-line OEM and classified Kuwait installation contractor.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted

Procurement

PAI Shuaiba West cooling-water stations maintenance

StatusTender announced 27 September; closing 22 December 2026

ValueValue Not Published
Scope
Tender 2025/12: mechanical, electrical, HVAC, civil and marine maintenance for cooling-water stations in Shuaiba West.
Procurement Requirements
KWD 1,000 documents; KWD 45,000 bid bond valid 90 days; indivisible; pre-tender meeting 27 October, 10 AM at the north station. CAPT CD and paper-bond rules apply.
Services Needed
Pumps, motors, valves, HVAC, electrical maintenance, marine and civil repairs, condition monitoring.
Partner Needed
Multi-discipline maintenance contractor with cooling-water equipment OEM support.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted

Procurement

KOC helicopter services

StatusTender announced 27 September; closing 22 December 2026

ValueValue Not Published
Scope
RFP-2162140: hire of helicopter services for Kuwait Oil Company.
Procurement Requirements
KWD 3,500 documents; KWD 170,000 bid bond valid 90 days; indivisible; pre-tender meeting 25 October, 10 AM at KOC offices. Valid manpower certificates are required with the bid.
Services Needed
Aircraft operations, flight support, safety management and maintenance.
Partner Needed
Licensed helicopter operator with oilfield experience.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted
MEWRE · Water transmission

Major south-Kuwait water-transmission tender opens.

WKM/35/2024/2025 covers two 1,600 mm freshwater pipelines to West Funaitees and a 1,200 mm brackish-water pipeline to Al-Zour, with opportunities in valves, instrumentation, leak detection, corrosion monitoring and utility locating.

#Kuwait #MEWRE #WaterInfrastructure #Pipelines #LeakDetection #CorrosionMonitoring #Tender

MEWRE · Shuaiba stations

Shuaiba fire-protection maintenance tender opens.

WKM/48/2025/2026 covers fire alarm and firefighting maintenance at the power-generation and water-distillation stations, with potential requirements for detection, pressure equipment, valves, pumps, controls and testing.

#Kuwait #MEWRE #Shuaiba #FireProtection #FireAlarm #PowerGeneration #MaintenanceTender

02

Market Watch · 11 October 2026

Closed Announcements

Published awards and committee decisions. An award approval is labelled separately from a signed contract or confirmed execution.

9 items

KOC · Well equipment · Reviewed 11 October 2026

KWD 29.45 million wellhead package receives committee award approval.

StatusCommittee award approval · contract execution not confirmed

Published valueKWD 29,451,721.346

The well-equipment decision is the largest stated KWD amount among the new award-related entries in this update. It changes the commercial route from competing for the original package to understanding the approved supplier’s delivery and service requirements.

Scope, dates and supplier opportunities
Scope
RFQ-2155620: wellhead and Christmas-tree equipment with services for new-design NKJG pad wells. The approved bidder is Schlumberger Oilfield Eastern Ltd, using approved manufacturer Cameron Romania SRL.
Dates and next milestone
Committee approval is recorded in issue 1812. A signed-contract date and execution start are not established by this review.
Procurement requirements
Verify the final appointment and the supplier’s approved-vendor requirements before treating this as an active subcontract opportunity.
Potential products and services
Assess complementary instrumentation, inspection, corrosion services and site support only where procurement packages remain available. The core equipment award is not an open supply tender.
Partner profile
Approved specialist suppliers able to work through the appointed contractor’s procurement process.
Project enquiries
Products for the Project →Partner Wanted →

#DeemaTrading #KuwaitProjects #KOC #Wellhead #ChristmasTree #OilfieldEquipment #AwardApproval

KOTC · Fleet services · Reviewed 11 October 2026

KOTC publishes a three-year tanker-maintenance manpower award.

StatusPublished award · original competition concluded

Published valueKWD 886,674.220

KOTC’s published award places the manpower package with Nautical Marine Management Services PVT. LTD. For suppliers, the next useful question is whether the appointed contractor has supporting equipment or service requirements within its awarded scope.

Scope, dates and supplier opportunities
Scope
FEG-03/2025: manpower for maintenance and repair onboard KOTC tankers. Published total: USD 2,901,550, with the KWD equivalent stated by KOTC.
Dates and next milestone
Contract duration: three years. The reviewed notice does not establish a new award date during this week.
Procurement requirements
The award notice states that this was the only offer meeting the technical and commercial conditions. Do not treat the original package as open for bids.
Potential products and services
Explore supporting tools, instrumentation and inspection services with the appointed contractor after verifying its procurement needs and responsibilities.
Partner profile
Marine equipment and service specialists supporting the appointed contractor.
Project enquiries
Products for the Project →Partner Wanted →

#DeemaTrading #KuwaitProjects #KOTC #FleetMaintenance #MarineServices #ContractAward

KNPC · Refinery equipment · Reviewed 11 October 2026

KNPC gate-valve procurement receives a KWD 37,195 award approval.

StatusCommittee award approval · execution not confirmed

Published valueKWD 37,195

The gate-valve decision points to continuing procurement for refinery reliability. The approved amount is a specific equipment package, rather than the value of a broader refinery development programme.

Scope, dates and supplier opportunities
Scope
RFQ/1060458: MAA D/C gate valves; award approval to Q80 Valve Industries Kuwait.
Dates and next milestone
Approval recorded in Kuwait Today issue 1812. Delivery dates and final contractual status require confirmation.
Procurement requirements
Verify the final purchase order and approved supplier arrangements. Avoid offering the awarded core scope as an open tender.
Potential products and services
Monitor related valve, actuator, gauge and maintenance requirements while checking approved makes, pressure ratings and service conditions.
Partner profile
Qualified refinery-equipment suppliers and service providers.
Project enquiries
Products for the Project →Partner Wanted →

#DeemaTrading #KuwaitProjects #KNPC #Refinery #GateValves #IndustrialValves #AwardApproval

Award 01

KOC Rawdatain water separation and injection

StatusAward approved by CAPT; MEGHA Engineering & Infrastructures Limited

ValueKWD 117,000,000
Scope
RFP-2075490: separation at Gathering Centre GC-25 and water injection facility at GC-30.
Procurement Requirements
The original competition is closed. Supplier engagement is through the awarded contractor; obtain its approved vendor, technical and HSE requirements.
Services Needed
Separation and injection packages, pumps, valves, controls, instrumentation, inspection, commissioning and field support.
Partner Needed
Qualified water-treatment and oilfield process OEMs plus specialist installation and commissioning teams.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted

Award 02

KOC condensate stabilization at BS-171

StatusAward approved by CAPT; Alghanim International

ValueKWD 13,947,000
Scope
RFP-2127795: installation of a condensate stabilization unit at gas booster station BS-171.
Procurement Requirements
The tender is awarded. Pursue the main contractor’s package procurement and KOC technical/HSE approval; the notice does not list subcontract specifications.
Services Needed
Process equipment, piping, valves, pressure instruments, electrical and control integration, testing and startup.
Partner Needed
Condensate-stabilization OEM or packaged-skid specialist with oil and gas references.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted

Award 03

KOC West Kuwait production-facility revamp

StatusAward approved by CAPT; Combined Group Contracting

ValueKWD 9,700,000
Scope
RFP-2143229: repair and revamping services for production facilities in West Kuwait.
Procurement Requirements
Original bid closed; commercial entry is through the awarded contractor, subject to KOC specifications, vendor approvals and site HSE rules.
Services Needed
Mechanical repair, corrosion inspection, piping, valves, instrumentation, shutdown support and commissioning.
Partner Needed
Specialist asset-integrity and mechanical-revamp partner with Kuwait-ready field capability.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted

Award 04

KOC Ahmadi residential buildings maintenance

StatusKOC purchasing committee approved award recommendation to Turki Al Dabbous & Sons

ValueKWD 3,487,788.800 maximum
Scope
RFP-2161640: maintenance services for KOC residential houses in Ahmadi Township.
Procurement Requirements
Committee approval is recorded; verify contract execution and the prime contractor’s vendor requirements before describing any work as mobilized.
Services Needed
Building systems, electrical and mechanical maintenance, repairs, materials and recurring service support.
Partner Needed
Facilities maintenance suppliers and approved building-system OEMs.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted
KJO · Offshore drilling

Arabian Drilling secures four-rig offshore programme.

The four-year, approximately SAR 2 billion contract covers four high-specification offshore jack-up rigs for Khafji Joint Operations, creating mobilisation opportunities in gas detection, rig inspection, hazardous-area equipment, instrumentation and marine support.

#Kuwait #KJO #ArabianDrilling #OffshoreDrilling #JackUpRigs #GasDetection #RigInspection

KOC · Tank maintenance

Mark Group receives five-year KOC tank-maintenance contract.

The recurring programme creates potential demand for tank instrumentation, valves, line isolation, corrosion inspection, NDT, coatings, emissions monitoring and shutdown support. The public value and tank schedule remain undisclosed.

#Kuwait #KOC #MarkGroup #TankMaintenance #AssetIntegrity #NDT #Corrosion

03

Market Watch · 11 October 2026

Changes Coming

Deadline changes, planned procurement, qualification developments and regulatory updates. Published rules are identified as current changes.

16 items

KNPC · Upcoming procurement · Reviewed 11 October 2026

Valve, pump-spares and tube packages move towards procurement.

StatusCommittee approval to launch · open bidding dates not confirmed

Published valueValue Not Published

Three procurement approvals provide an early indication of future refinery demand. Manufacturers can prepare technical records and local supply arrangements now, while waiting for the actual RFQ documents and submission dates.

Scope, dates and supplier opportunities
Scope
Butterfly valves RFQ/1064043; centrifugal-pump spares RFQ/1064121; tubes RFQ/1063847.
Dates and next milestone
Monitor K-Tendering for publication, eligibility and closing dates.
Procurement requirements
A committee launch approval does not establish that bids are currently being accepted. Review each issued RFQ independently; approved manufacturers and equipment identification are particularly important for spares.
Potential products and services
Prepare valve datasheets, traceability records and pump-spares cross references. Establish the tube material, dimensions and testing requirements from the issued specifications.
Partner profile
Approved valve and tube manufacturers and pump OEMs or authorized spares suppliers.
Project enquiries
Products for the Project →Partner Wanted →

#DeemaTrading #KuwaitProjects #KNPC #RefineryMaintenance #ButterflyValves #PumpSpares #Tubes

KPC Group · Supplier qualification · Reviewed 11 October 2026

Group qualification decisions shape access to inspection and EPC work.

StatusQualification results approved · no project award implied

Published valueValue Not Published

Qualification activity matters before a project reaches the bidding stage. For international principals, an eligible execution partner and a complete technical record can determine whether a later opportunity is accessible.

Scope, dates and supplier opportunities
Scope
Approved results for third-party inspection K19.03 and EPC mechanical K21.06, electrical K21.07 and instrumentation K21.08 categories.
Dates and next milestone
Check the current approved lists and the requirements of the next relevant tender.
Procurement requirements
Qualification approval is not a construction award or a confirmed invitation to every future tender. Verify the applicable category and the bidder’s actual approval status.
Potential products and services
Prepare references, technical capability evidence and the Kuwait delivery route. Inspection and instrumentation principals should match their capabilities to the relevant category.
Partner profile
Properly qualified EPC and inspection firms with documented sector experience.
Project enquiries
Products for the Project →Partner Wanted →

#DeemaTrading #KuwaitProjects #KPC #Prequalification #ThirdPartyInspection #EPC #Instrumentation

KOC · Planned services · Reviewed 11 October 2026

Survey and marine-navigation maintenance remain on the forward watch list.

StatusUpcoming procurement notices · awards not confirmed

Published valueValue Not Published

The next wave of service requirements covers both land investigation and marine equipment maintenance. The survey item was already highlighted in Deema’s 5 October report and remains a follow-up item, rather than a new award.

Scope, dates and supplier opportunities
Scope
RFP-2169703: topographic survey, slit trenching and soil investigation. RFP-2165744: marine navigational-equipment maintenance.
Dates and next milestone
Survey notification: 4 October 2026. Marine-maintenance notification: 5 October 2026. Verify subsequent tender issuance and dates.
Procurement requirements
Obtain the issued specifications when available and verify bidder qualifications. A future-RFP listing does not confirm an open submission window.
Potential products and services
For surveys, assess GPR, utility locating, GNSS and georeferenced deliverables. Marine maintenance requires a separate review of navigation equipment, OEM support and service capability.
Partner profile
Qualified survey and geotechnical contractors; marine-navigation OEM or service partner for the separate maintenance scope.
Project enquiries
Products for the Project →Partner Wanted →

#DeemaTrading #KuwaitProjects #KOC #GNSS #GPR #UtilityMapping #MarineNavigation

KOTC · Building consultancy · Reviewed 11 October 2026

Fahaheel marine-agency consultancy deadline moves to November.

StatusDeadline extended · design and supervision procurement

Published valueValue Not Published

The revised deadline provides additional preparation time for consultants. The opportunity is for design and supervision of the marine-agency site; a subsequent construction package has not been established by this notice.

Scope, dates and supplier opportunities
Scope
P&MAB-04/2025: design and supervision for a 6,000 m² site for KOTC’s Marine Agency Branch in Fahaheel.
Dates and next milestone
Revised closing: 3 November 2026 at 1:00 PM Kuwait time.
Procurement requirements
The extension notice requires the completed signed tender and attachments, the original KWD 2,500 guarantee valid for at least 90 days from the extended closing, and submission through the stated physical and electronic channels.
Potential products and services
Early consultant engagement may support later discussions about building services, inspection access and façade solutions, subject to the approved design and eventual procurement scope.
Partner profile
Eligible design and supervision consultant; building-service suppliers for later verified packages.
Project enquiries
Products for the Project →Partner Wanted →

#DeemaTrading #KuwaitProjects #KOTC #Fahaheel #BuildingDesign #Consultancy #TenderExtension

Roads · Northwest Jahra · Reviewed 11 October 2026

Northwest Jahra roads and stormwater deadline is extended.

StatusExisting tender · closing postponed

Published valueValue Not Published

The extension preserves the opportunity to review drainage and road works with participating contractors. Suppliers should use the extra time to clarify quantities, survey requirements and any amendments, rather than assume that the original BOQ is unchanged.

Scope, dates and supplier opportunities
Scope
HT/231: Northwest Jahra roads and stormwater works.
Dates and next milestone
Closing extended from 13 October to 10 November 2026.
Procurement requirements
Obtain the latest addenda and verify the deadline on the current tender register before submission.
Potential products and services
Assess underground-utility locating, GPR, GNSS survey records, drainage inspection and relevant maintenance supplies against the confirmed package.
Partner profile
Eligible road and drainage contractors with compliant survey or inspection support.
Project enquiries
Products for the Project →Partner Wanted →

#DeemaTrading #KuwaitProjects #Jahra #RoadProjects #Stormwater #UtilitySurvey #TenderExtension

KOC · Public buildings · Reviewed 11 October 2026

New Ahmadi Hospital building tender receives more preparation time.

StatusExisting tender · closing postponed

Published valueValue Not Published

The hospital building package remains a building and MEP follow-up priority. The extension changes the bid timetable; it does not establish a contractor award or construction progress.

Scope, dates and supplier opportunities
Scope
RFP-2143588: New Ahmadi Hospital building package.
Dates and next milestone
Closing extended from 11 October to 22 November 2026.
Procurement requirements
Identify eligible bidders and review the latest scope, addenda and product approval requirements before offering a project-specific supply package.
Potential products and services
Assess inspection tools, building-service supplies and façade or interior materials only against the BOQ. Technical requirements for healthcare spaces must be verified before proposing products.
Partner profile
Eligible building and MEP contractors with qualified specialist suppliers.
Project enquiries
Products for the Project →Partner Wanted →

#DeemaTrading #KuwaitProjects #KOC #AhmadiHospital #PublicBuildings #MEP #TenderExtension

Joint Operations · Project watch · Reviewed 11 October 2026

Keep Wafra, Khafji and Dorra procurement separate.

StatusMonitoring · no new Wafra award verified in this review

Published valueValue Not Published

Joint Operations is not a single interchangeable project label. Deema’s previous report highlighted a Khafji offshore-drilling award; that should not be described as a new Wafra award. Dorra-related packages also need their own project and procuring-entity records.

Scope, dates and supplier opportunities
Scope
Maintain separate records for Wafra Joint Operations, Khafji Joint Operations and KGOC/Dorra-related procurement.
Dates and next milestone
Track official tender and award notices before changing any opportunity to awarded or executing.
Procurement requirements
Confirm the owner, geography, tender reference, approved bidder and scope. Do not carry reported project estimates into confirmed award totals.
Potential products and services
Assess inspection, gas detection, instrumentation, corrosion and marine support against each verified package and its actual contractor route.
Partner profile
Project-specific qualified EPC, drilling and marine partners.
Project enquiries
Products for the Project →Partner Wanted →

#DeemaTrading #KuwaitProjects #JointOperations #Wafra #Khafji #KGOC #Dorra #ProjectWatch

CAPT · Regulatory update · Reviewed 11 October 2026

Public-tender law amendments require a fresh compliance review.

StatusPublished regulatory change · not a future project award

Published valueNot a project value

CAPT has published Law No. 94 of 2026 amending provisions of the Public Tenders Law No. 49 of 2016. This is a current regulatory development to review alongside tender-specific instructions; it is not presented as a rule still awaiting publication.

Scope, dates and supplier opportunities
Scope
Public procurement law amendment published in Kuwait Today issue 1810, 27 September 2026, and linked by CAPT.
Dates and next milestone
Review the official amended text and applicable instructions before the next submission.
Procurement requirements
Check the effect on the particular bidder and tender, including registration, qualification, guarantees and submission arrangements. No blanket exemption or change to Deema’s eligibility is inferred here.
Potential products and services
Keep bidder records current and use an updated tender checklist. Separate legal requirements from project-specific technical and commercial conditions.
Partner profile
Tender coordinator and appropriate legal support for interpretation where needed.
Project enquiries
Products for the Project →Partner Wanted →

#DeemaTrading #KuwaitProjects #CAPT #KuwaitBusiness #PublicProcurement #TenderCompliance

Pipeline

MEW 275 kV transmission cable programme

StatusAnnual procurement-plan correction; tender release not established

ValueValue Not Published
Scope
Two corrected 2026/27 plan items: a 275 kV underground feed to Jabriya-X with an overhead-to-underground conversion in Rai; and 275 kV underground feeders strengthening Salmiya-W to Jabriya-W.
Procurement Requirements
Planning notice only. Wait for the tender, technical route drawings, cable specification, approvals and bidder classification.
Services Needed
HV cables and accessories, route survey, trenching, jointing, testing and commissioning.
Partner Needed
275 kV cable OEM and high-voltage installation/testing contractor.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted

Pipeline

KOC company buildings maintenance packages

StatusAward recommendation returned for further procurement action

ValueKWD 15,992,985.660 proposed total — not an award
Scope
RFP-2146202: four building-maintenance lots A-1 through D-1 were recommended, then CAPT directed KOC to proceed under Article 40 with the lowest bidders and return a revised recommendation.
Procurement Requirements
No final award from this cited decision. Track the next CAPT/KOC decision; no public new-bid deadline is established here.
Services Needed
Facilities maintenance, MEP systems, repairs, materials and service operations.
Partner Needed
Building maintenance contractor and specialist MEP suppliers.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted

Pipeline

MPW road-testing accreditation

StatusMPW began accrediting conformity-assessment bodies

ValueValue Not Published
Scope
Accreditation of independent testing and quality-control bodies for MPW road construction and maintenance contracts.
Procurement Requirements
Relevant conditions include ISO/IEC 17025:2017 scope and calibration, qualified staff and equipment, LAB system uploads, site/asphalt-plant sampling, annual accreditation, no related plant ownership, and no partnership with the executing contractor. Max three contracts per accredited body.
Services Needed
Pavement and asphalt sampling, lab tests, compliance reporting and field quality control.
Partner Needed
Independent accredited laboratory or conformity-assessment body; independence from the executing contractor is essential.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted

Partner search

LNG process package and commissioning partner

StatusPartner search for active KIPIC limited tender

ValueValue Not Published
Scope
Technology and package support for the Al-Zour LNG boil-off gas re-liquefaction tender.
Procurement Requirements
An invited EPC must lead the tender; principal should provide references, performance guarantees, vendor documents and a support plan to that bidder.
Services Needed
Re-liquefaction package, cryogenic equipment, controls, field service and commissioning.
Partner Needed
Established LNG/BOG OEM or licensor with relevant references and a route to an invited EPC.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted

Partner search

Independent road quality and inspection partner

StatusPartner search for MPW accreditation and road programmes

ValueValue Not Published
Scope
Independent pavement-materials testing and conformity assessment under MPW’s road-maintenance framework.
Procurement Requirements
Maintain ISO/IEC 17025 scope, equipment calibrations, LAB uploads and independence from the executing contractor; MPW approval controls participation.
Services Needed
Asphalt and road-materials testing, sampling, reporting and QA/QC.
Partner Needed
Accredited independent laboratory with local execution capacity.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted

Partner search

132 kV and 275 kV power-system suppliers

StatusPartner search for KOC tenders and MEW pipeline

ValueValue Not Published
Scope
Near-term 132 kV KOC substation packages and planned 275 kV MEW cable works.
Procurement Requirements
KOC tenders have revised closing dates; MEW items are planning amendments. Match approved makes and tested references to each eventual prime and specification.
Services Needed
Switchgear, transformers, protection, cables, joints, test equipment and commissioning.
Partner Needed
High-voltage OEMs and qualified EPC or specialist installation contractors.
Project enquiries
Product for the Project Partners Wanted
KOC · Survey and subsurface investigation

KOC signals a new survey and subsurface-investigation requirement.

Upcoming RFP 2169703 covers topographic surveying, slit trenching and soil investigation, directly aligning with GPR, electromagnetic utility locating, GNSS positioning and mapped survey deliverables.

#Kuwait #KOC #TopographicSurvey #GPR #UtilityLocating #GNSS #SoilInvestigation

MPW · Road maintenance

Road maintenance accelerates across Kuwait.

Active road packages strengthen the case for survey-before-cutting workflows combining pavement GPR, underground-utility detection, georeferenced inspection records and clear QA documentation.

#Kuwait #MPW #RoadMaintenance #PavementGPR #UtilitySurvey #Infrastructure #QualityControl

Earlier Market Watch archive

Previously published briefs
and regulation.

Earlier coverage is retained below with its original dates and source references.

Water infrastructure

Doha SWRO II contract moves from award to execution.

VA TECH WABAG has signed the contract for the Doha Seawater Reverse Osmosis Plant with Recarbonation System – Stage II, formally commencing a major new water-security project for Kuwait.

Buyer / end user
Ministry of Electricity, Water & Renewable Energy
Delivery team
WABAG-led unincorporated JV with HEISCO
Programme
36-month EPC phase followed by five years of O&M
Value
Reported at approximately USD 371.5 million; WABAG classifies the award as “Mega” but does not disclose the exact value

Scope

Design, engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning of a 60 MIGD—approximately 272 MLD—SWRO plant, including recarbonation and on-site solar photovoltaic systems.

Opportunity analysis

Relevant to desalination-equipment manufacturers; pumps, valves and instrumentation suppliers; water-quality monitoring companies; electrical and solar-system providers; corrosion protection, inspection, commissioning and maintenance specialists; and qualified local subcontractors.

Upstream technology

KOC selects Baker Hughes for Ahmadi Innovation Valley.

Baker Hughes has received a multi-year KOC contract to accelerate upstream technology development and establish a dedicated research and technology centre in Kuwait.

Buyer / end user
Kuwait Oil Company
Technology partner
Baker Hughes
Announcement
11 August 2026
Value
Not disclosed

Scope

Development and deployment of scalable technologies for production optimization, flow assurance, increased recovery, reduced water production, lower operating cost and reduced power consumption, supported by digital and AI automation.

Opportunity analysis

Relevant to digital-oilfield and AI providers, sensors and monitoring-system manufacturers, production-optimization specialists, flow-assurance companies, water-management solutions, laboratories, testing providers and specialist engineering partners.

Oilfield services

NESR secures USD 300 million in Kuwait contracts.

National Energy Services Reunited announced multiple five-year Kuwait awards spanning production services, drilling and evaluation, well testing, intervention and technology deployment.

Buyers / end users
Kuwait upstream operators, including KOC and Joint Operations
Contractor
National Energy Services Reunited
Announcement
5 August 2026
Combined value
USD 300 million over five years

Scope

The announced awards cover Production Services and Drilling & Evaluation activities, including surface well testing, intervention work and a technology framework supporting the deployment of new oilfield solutions.

Opportunity analysis

Relevant to drilling and well-service suppliers, surface-testing equipment, intervention technologies, downhole tools, instrumentation, chemicals, inspection services, data acquisition, automation and localization partners.

Regulatory update

Kuwait issues new Commercial Concealment Law.

Decree-Law No. 78 of 2026 prohibits arrangements that enable economic activity without the required licence, outside the licence’s permitted scope or by circumventing foreign-ownership requirements.

Effective date
Six months after official publication
Affected parties
Agents, principals, distributors, investors, licence holders, beneficial owners and actual managers
Status
Issued; implementation decisions may follow

Commercial impact

Potential sanctions include imprisonment, fines from KWD 10,000 to KWD 100,000 or the value of illicit profits where higher, confiscation, closure, licence cancellation and expatriate deportation. Responsibility may extend to the person exercising actual management.

Recommended action

Agency, distribution, ownership, management-control, licensing, invoicing and profit-allocation arrangements should be reviewed by qualified Kuwait legal and tax advisers during the transition period.

This is general market information, not legal or tax advice.

Market-entry process

How to register a commercial agency in Kuwait.

A Kuwait licensee appointed as an agent or distributor registers the commercial agency through the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The Ministry's published service standard is 7–10 days with a KWD 30 fee, subject to a complete and accepted application.

Responsible authority
Ministry of Commerce and Industry — Commercial Agencies Department
Application route
MOCI electronic Commercial Registry services portal
Published service time
7–10 days
Published fee
KWD 30

Registration process

  1. 01
    Prepare the appointment agreement

    State the agreement's start and end dates, identify whether the appointment is as agent or distributor, and clearly identify the producer and brand.

  2. 02
    Complete legalisation

    Obtain the required approvals in the country of origin, Kuwait Embassy legalisation—or the permitted alternative identified by MOCI—and Kuwait Ministry of Foreign Affairs authentication.

  3. 03
    Arrange the Arabic translation

    If the agreement is in another language, obtain an Arabic translation certified by Kuwait's Ministry of Justice.

  4. 04
    Assemble the local company file

    Include the agency agreement, commercial registration, Public Authority for Manpower signature authorisation and Kuwait Chamber of Commerce and Industry membership certificate.

  5. 05
    Submit to MOCI

    File the application through the electronic Commercial Registry services portal and respond to any document or clarification request.

  6. 06
    Receive and verify the certificate

    Once approved, confirm that the registered principal, brand, appointment type, territory, scope and agreement term match the executed agreement.

Before signing

The principal and proposed Kuwait agent should define product scope, exclusivity, tender responsibilities, sales targets, after-sales obligations, intellectual property, termination and post-termination rights before legalisation and filing.

Confirm current requirements with the responsible authority and qualified Kuwait counsel. This is general market information, not legal advice.

Monitored—not completed

KOC pipeline partnership remains conditional.

The reported USD 16 billion pipeline infrastructure partnership involving KOC, Blackstone, Brookfield and KKR remains subject to customary regulatory approvals and closing conditions. Deema Trading does not present it as a completed transaction or final project award.

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