What is Aramco ERTQA
ERTQA - Engineering Requirements for Technical and Quality Approval (ERTQA - Handbook) has been developed by Saudi Aramco Engineering Services (SAES), to provide clear approval guidelines for new and existing local manufacturers of engineering commodities.
The handbook includes approval requirements based on Saudi Aramco (SA) and Industry applicable standards, as well as ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS) requirements. ERTQA is applicable to new facilities and for adding new materials to already approved facilities. It also introduces best practices to sustain manufacturing excellence and transform local manufacturers to be globally competitive.
The terms and conditions of any purchase orders or procurement agreements between Saudi Aramco or its contractors and manufacturers, shall supersede any understanding implied or given herein. The content of this guide is intended to help manufacturers ensure their facilities are ready for quality and technical assessments. In addition, it defines Saudi Aramco’s post-approval expectations for manufacturers’ performance.
However, approval of a facility or material, does not guarantee purchase orders.