OVER $809M has been approved for the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority (NDIA) to execute critical drainage works, the Ministry of Agriculture has said.
Among the projects is the installation of a drainage pump in Region Two. The contract which was awarded to Samaroo’s Investment at a cost of approximately $103M will see the procurement and installation of the drainage pump and the rehabilitation of the pump station at Three Friends, Essequibo, Region Two.
Agriculture Minister Noel Holder in an invited comment , stated that such work augurs well for the region if it is to improve production. He added that with improved drainage and irrigation, comes improved productivity.
Over 329 million dollars has also been approved for the procurement of a Suction Cutter Head Dredge for the NDIA. This contract was awarded to the Guyana National Industrial Company Incorporated. The dredge will be used to execute major works to desilt outfall channels.
In addition, residents of Buxton, Region Four, will benefit from a new and improved pump station. The $376M project which was awarded to General Engineering Supplies and Services Inc. , will allow for efficient drainage in the Buxton/Friendship area. To enhance the drainage and irrigation capacity, Government has been working with the regional bodies to ensure that critical works are executed and in a timely manner. To this end, $234M has been awarded to the NDIA to cover capital and current expenditures.