Petrobras issued a new tender for the contracting of a WSSV (Well Stimulation
Support Vessel). The contract period is of four years firm with commencement expected
for 365 days upon contract execution. The tender will accept Brazilian (or REB) and
foreign tonnage, although the later will only be considered in case no Brazilian flagged vessel
is offered.
All vessels currently working for Petrobras under this scope are foreign flagged. This type of tender foresees three different types of contracts with the awarded company: charter party agreement, well stimulation services and supply of chemical products. Bidders have until May 22nd to present an
offer.