Sonatrach: Algeria Vendor Registration _hot_

Vendors must prove their capability to deliver specified goods or services. This requires a proven track record, including case studies, past project completions, and reference letters from recognized international oil companies (IOCs) or national oil companies (NOCs). 3. HSE and Quality Standards

For years, Sonatrach’s vendor system was a paper-based labyrinth. Since 2018-2019, Sonatrach has migrated to an e-procurement platform called (which means "connecting" in Arabic). It replaced the old "Télécom" system.

With your RCM number, email the Sonatrach Ariba support team at support.ariba@sonatrach.dz (verify current address on their portal). They will send an invitation to join the Sonatrach Buyer Account . sonatrach algeria vendor registration

| Pitfall | Solution | | :--- | :--- | | | All technical and legal documents must be in French. English documents must be translated by a sworn translator. | | Document Expiry | Algerian administrative documents (like the Trade Registry extract) are often only valid for 3 months. Ensure you upload fresh documents. | | Wrong Category | Selecting "Drilling" when you are an IT company will get you rejected. Stick to your core competencies. | | Local Presence | While not strictly mandatory for registration, winning contracts often requires a local "Bureau de Liaison" (Liaison Office) or a joint venture with an Algerian partner for foreign firms. | | Verification Delays | Sonatrach is a massive bureaucracy. Follow up politely via the portal's messaging system if your status stays "Under Review" for more than 60 days. |

Qualifications of your engineering, project management, and HSE leadership teams. Vendors must prove their capability to deliver specified

All documents must be submitted in French or Arabic . Documents originally in English or other languages must be translated by an official, certified translator.

The process is managed via Sonatrach’s official procurement portal and physical dossier submissions. HSE and Quality Standards For years, Sonatrach’s vendor

By mastering this process, your company moves from being an outsider to a trusted partner of Africa’s energy leader.

Drilling services, seismic surveys, logistics, IT, and maintenance.