Petrobras clarifies on bidding process for vessels

Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. – Petrobras, in relation to the news published in the media about Petrobras’ “R$16 billion bidding process for offshore vessels”, clarifies that the company has provided the clarifications requested, due to a complaint.

Following the clarifications provided by Petrobras, two technical units of the TCU – Brazilian General Accounting Office – issued  pronouncements, on 03/17/2025 and 03/21/2025 respectively, in which both technical units (“AudContratações” and “AudPetróleo”) concluded that the alleged irregularities pointed out by the complainant had not been characterized, which is why they propose rejecting the request for a precautionary measure and, on the merits, considering the complaint unfounded, closing the case.

This proposal will be subject to analysis by the Reporting Minister and subsequent judgment by the TCU Plenary.

Petrobras reinforces its commitment to transparency and compliance in its bidding processes, conducted in compliance with Law No. 13,303/2016 and Petrobras’ Bidding and Contract Regulations, and is fully available to answer any questions from the control bodies, in order to maintain open and transparent communication.