21 October 2026
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ONGC Invites Bids for Soil Investigation in Shallow Offshore KG-PG Basin to Support Jack-Up Rig Operations

Tender spans 130 days with EMD of INR 35.76 lakh; crucial for safe and efficient offshore drilling in India’s key hydrocarbon region
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Mumbai: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has issued a tender for soil investigation services in shallow offshore areas of the KG-PG Basin. The investigations are crucial for the deployment of jack-up rigs to facilitate drilling operations in the region.

Details of the Tender

The tender falls under the Services category and has a contract period of 130 days. Interested bidders are required to submit an earnest money deposit (EMD) of INR 35,76,000.

Tender documents are available for download from December 1, 2025, to December 22, 2025, and bids must be submitted through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal. The bid opening is scheduled for December 22, 2025, at 3:30 PM.

Read also: ONGC’s Jack-Up Rig Sagar Kiran Undergoes Extensive MODU 89 Refit at Cochin Shipyard to Boost Offshore Safety 

Scope and Importance of the Work

The soil investigations will play a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient deployment of jack-up rigs for offshore drilling. ONGC will oversee the work, guaranteeing adherence to safety protocols, operational standards, and technical specifications. The data generated from these investigations will also support long-term planning and sustainable operations in the KG-PG Basin, a key hydrocarbon-producing region in India.

About ONGC

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) is India’s largest exploration and production public sector undertaking (PSU), contributing significantly to the country’s oil and gas output. Headquartered in Mumbai, ONGC operates across domestic and international fields, encompassing exploration, drilling, production, and associated services. The company remains committed to sustainable energy development, technological innovation, and strengthening India’s energy security.

Read also: ONGC Awards Rs 197.59 Crore Nhava Jetty Revamp Contract to RKEC Projects to Strengthen Strategic Supply Infrastructure


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