Who Can Apply?
To participate in the FIT Program, SME’s must meet the following key minimum program requirements;
- SME must be a legal entity that is legally registered and incorporated under the laws of Uganda. Applicant must submit a valid Certificate of Incorporation and/or registration.
- SME must have a valid business location and operating premises.
- SME must be registered on the National Supplier Database (NSD). Applicants must attach proof of NSD registration. Alternatively, Applicants can provide proof of application if their status is pending approval/ review.
- SME’s must be classified as a Ugandan Company on the National Supplier Database.
- SME must be in operation for a period of more than two (2) years, as per Certificate of Incorporation/ Registration.
- SME must have at least more than five (5) employees, with an annual turnover of not less than 100,000,000 UGX.
- SME must bear good financial status. Applicant must submit a copy audited bank statements for the previous year.
- SME must possess good market conduct and reputation. The company or its legal representatives must bear no reported cases of blacklisting.
- SME must be compliant in terms of tax obligations and social security requirements as per the Government regulations.
- SME must demonstrate a high level of commitment and willingness to participate in the FIT program and to delegate the appropriate personnel for the training program.
- SME’s must be operational within priority sectors for the Oil & Gas industry in Uganda as listed below;
High Priority
Engineering Services: Small engineering consulting firms specializing in structural or process engineering for Oil and Gas facilities. For example;
- Civil and Construction SME’s specializing in heavy construction and site preparation.
- Mechanical and Piping SME’s specializing in piping design, pipeline installation, and the fabrication of mechanical components for Oil and Gas facilities.
- Electrical and Instrumentation SME’s focused on electrical systems design, power distribution, automation and instrumentation services tailored to Oil and Gas infrastructure.
- Geotechnical Engineering SME’s offering soil and rock mechanics expertise, foundational analysis, and site stability assessments.
- Welding and Metallurgical SME’s for welding and material selection, including metallurgy consulting to enhance durability and prevent corrosion in oil and gas components.
- Surveying and Geospatial SMEs: Firms that focus on topographical, geospatial mapping, and land surveying services to assist with site planning and pipeline routing.
Materials Supply, SME’s supplying;
- Construction materials
- Equipment Rentals for heavy machinery, cranes, and earth-moving equipment
- Electrical Supplies: Suppliers of electrical materials to support the power needs of construction sites and operational facilities in Oil and Gas projects.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): SME’s supplying safety gear.
- Chemical Supplies: Small companies supplying Oil and Gas chemicals to be used in the Oil and Gas industry.
- Supply chain services (Logistics and Transportation): SME’s offering transport services for equipment, materials, and personnel.
Environmental Services;
- Environmental Engineering SME’s specializing in environmental assessments and compliance audits for Oil and Gas sites.
- Hydrological and Water Resource Companies providing water management solutions, including hydrological assessments, water supply, and wastewater treatment tailored for Oil and Gas projects.
- Fire Safety and Hazard Analysis SME’s focusing on fire safety engineering, risk assessment.
- Maintenance Services: SME’s providing equipment maintenance, servicing, and repair, For example;
- Pipeline Integrity Services: SME’s specializing in pipeline inspection, leak detection, and corrosion monitoring.
- Electrical and Instrumentation Maintenance (Valves, actuators and control systems): SME’s that provide calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical and instrumentation systems.
- Structural Integrity and Fabrication: SME’s offering services for inspection, welding, fabrication, and repair of structural elements such as platforms, rigs, and supports to maintain stability and safety.
- HVAC and Ventilation Maintenance: SME’s specializing in the maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in onshore facilities, ensuring comfortable and safe environments for personnel.
Medium Priority
- Catering: Catering SME’s offering remote-site services.
- Medical Services: On-site medical providers for personnel’s.
- Safety and Security Services: Companies that provide security services and personnel’s.
- Communications and IT: Providers of communication equipment and services for remote sites.
- Camp and Facility Management: Companies managing worker accommodation camps, laundry, and facility upkeep like Camp waste management.
- Camp and Facility Management: Companies managing worker accommodation camps, laundry, and facility upkeep like Camp waste management.
- Legal and Regulatory Services.
- Human Resources and Recruitment Services: Specialized recruitment agencies for Oil and Gas positions.
- Mechanical & Electrical Parts and Equipment Manufacturing: Small manufacturers of valves, pumps, and other mechanical and electrical parts.
