Which ICV evaluation weight should I use?

Use the commercial evaluation provisions in the tender being priced. Do not assume that one percentage applies to every buyer or project.

Where should suppliers start the certification process?

Use MoIAT’s official ICV service and authorised certifying bodies to confirm the application route and supporting documents.

What should a new company prepare?

Ask the authorised certifying body which financial records apply to your company’s age and circumstances before submitting the application.

Policy Update23 September 20263 min read

ADNOC ICV Certification: What Suppliers Should Know Before Tendering

A practical ICV preparation checklist for suppliers: tender requirements, financial records, certification documents and renewal planning.

ICV and project procurement

The UAE National In-Country Value programme is led by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT). It recognises suppliers’ contribution to the local economy. For an ADNOC opportunity, begin with the specific tender requirements for ICV submissions and commercial evaluation.

Prepare the certification documents

MoIAT’s September 2025 supplier guidelines describe certification through authorised certifying bodies using financial statements and supporting business records. Select the current application route and document requirements with your certifying body.

Check dates before tender submission

The September 2025 guidelines specify certificate validity of 14 months from the issuance date of the audited financial statements. Check the expiry shown on the certificate against your tender schedule and allow time for renewal.

Supplier preparation checklist

Read the tender’s eligibility, ICV submission and evaluation provisions before pricing the opportunity.
Match the company identity on the certificate, trade licence and tender submission.
Prepare the financial statements and supporting purchase, payroll and investment records requested for the application.
Confirm the appropriate route for a newly established company directly with the authorised certifying body.
Assign responsibility for document collection, submission and renewal tracking.

Keep the project approval package complete

Treat ICV documents, vendor registration and product technical approval as separate items in your bid checklist. For CCTV equipment, include the model schedule, project specification and required technical documents with your RFQ.

Use the current MoIAT guidance and the individual tender documents for your submission. Evaluation weights and buyer-specific requirements should be taken from the tender rather than assumed to be universal.

Sources

MoIAT — National In-Country Value programme — checked 31 October 2026
MoIAT — Supplier Certification Guidelines, September 2025 — checked 31 October 2026
MoIAT — Issuing an ICV certification — checked 31 October 2026

Frequently asked

Which ICV evaluation weight should I use?: Use the commercial evaluation provisions in the tender being priced. Do not assume that one percentage applies to every buyer or project.
Where should suppliers start the certification process?: Use MoIAT’s official ICV service and authorised certifying bodies to confirm the application route and supporting documents.
What should a new company prepare?: Ask the authorised certifying body which financial records apply to your company’s age and circumstances before submitting the application.

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