Advisory

Upstream Due Diligence Grounded in Field Execution

NTG Auburn provides technical and operational due diligence for upstream oil and gas acquisitions with a focus on how assets actually perform in the field. Our diligence approach is built by engineers and operators—not bankers—so risks are identified, quantified, and tied directly to execution and cost.

We support buyers and sellers throughout the transaction lifecycle, from bid preparation and PSA negotiation through post-close operational readiness.

Due Diligence That Extends Beyond the Data Room

Traditional due diligence often stops at reserve reports and spreadsheets. NTG Auburn goes further by evaluating the execution realities that drive production, cost, and value after close.

Our advisory team integrates technical review, operational assessment, and commercial insight to ensure diligence conclusions reflect real-world performance.

What NTG Auburn Evaluates During Due Diligence

Our upstream due diligence services are designed to identify material risks that impact value, including:

• Operational risks affecting production, uptime, and reliability

• OPEX and CAPEX assumptions versus actual field conditions

• Execution quality and historical operating practices

• PSA exposure tied to undefined or poorly scoped critical items

• Readiness to operate on Day One following close

Due Diligence Services

Pre-PSA Due Diligence Support

We engage early to support bid development and PSA negotiations, allowing diligence findings to influence deal terms.

• Technical due diligence and risk assessment

• Operational review of producing assets and development plans

• Manpower planning and staffing assumptions

• OPEX and CAPEX budget validation

• Reserve evaluation and decline curve analysis

• Identification of critical items affecting the purchase and sale agreement

Post-PSA Due Diligence and Operational Readiness

Following execution of the PSA, our focus shifts to operational diligence and transition planning to reduce post-close risk.

• Operational due diligence and execution review

• ESG and environmental due diligence through NTG Environmental

• Title study support

• Review of sales, marketing, and midstream agreements

• Review of master service agreements and vendor contracts

• Operator of Record review and registration, as applicable

• Risk reduction program development

• Seller employee interviews and hiring support

• Implementation of required operational systems and reporting

• Development of 12-month manpower, OPEX, and CAPEX budgets

• Health, safety, and environmental manual development

Practical Due Diligence Deliverables

Technical and Operational Findings Register

A structured register documenting key diligence findings, execution risks, and recommended actions—prioritized by impact.

First-Year Operating Plan

A realistic 12-month operating plan aligning manpower, capital, and operating costs with expected asset performance.

Day One Transition and Execution Plan

A clear plan for vendor transitions, systems setup, safety requirements, and early-life execution priorities.

Who We Support

NTG Auburn provides upstream due diligence support for:

• Private equity firms evaluating oil and gas acquisitions

• Operators acquiring operated or non-operated assets

• Companies entering new basins or asset types

• Sellers seeking defensible diligence and reduced post-close disputes

• Large mineral owners with technical questions about the operations on their land

Why NTG Auburn

• Engineers and operators with real execution experience

• Due diligence grounded in field performance—not theory

• Clear linkage between technical findings and commercial impact

• Practical recommendations that transition directly into operations

FAQs

Reduce Transaction Risk and Prepare to Execute

NTG Auburn’s due diligence services help reduce uncertainty, identify execution risk, and prepare teams to operate assets effectively from Day One.

Contact us to discuss your acquisition, divestiture, or diligence requirements.