IN a bold move to enhance the operational capabilities of the Guyana Police Force (GPF), the Government has signed a series of significant capital contracts totalling G$509,655,552. The contracts, signed by Permanent Secretary, Andre Ally, on Thursday, are part of a broader initiative to modernise the GPF’s infrastructure, reflecting the administration’s commitment to strengthening law enforcement across the nation.
The signing ceremony, held in the presence of Minister of Home Affairs, Robeson Benn, Finance Officer, Superintendent Bharrat Persaud, and a team of engineers from the Projects Department, underscored the collaborative effort behind these strategic investments.
On August 8, 2024, three major contracts were finalised. The first contract was for the construction of female barracks at Dora Academy, awarded to Green Plains Enterprise, with a contract sum of G$84,973,455. The second contract was for the construction of a lecture hall at Dora Police Academy, awarded to Orin’s Supreme, with a contract sum of G$87,830,663. The third contract was for the construction of an access way, awarded to D&S Construction, with a contract sum of G$102,688,320.
Earlier, on July 24, 2024, five additional contracts were signed, focusing on the construction of boathouses in various regions. The first contract was for a boathouse at Port Kaituma, Region 1, awarded to Kawal Ramdeen Gen. Const & Office Furniture, with a contract sum of G$45,155,145. The second contract was for a boathouse at Charity, Essequibo Coast, Region 2, awarded to Surujpaul Balkaran & Son Construction, with a contract sum of G$26,903,394. The third contract was for a boathouse at Parika, Region 3, awarded to Ceraturium, with a contract sum of G$41,859,900. The fourth contract was for a boathouse at Bartica, Region 7, awarded to Energy Empire, with a contract sum of G$34,025,500. The fifth contract was for a boathouse and revetment at Wismar, Region 10, awarded to Orin’s Supreme Enterprise, with a contract sum of G$86,219,175.
These contracts represent a comprehensive approach to modernising police infrastructure, enhancing both the efficiency and effectiveness of the GPF.
During the ceremony, Mr. Ally emphasised the critical importance of stringent supervision and effective project management. He urged contractors to ensure efficient handling of the projects to prevent recurring issues and stressed the necessity of adhering strictly to the established timelines.
These substantial investments in police infrastructure underscore the Government’s ongoing commitment to ensuring the GPF is well-equipped to serve and protect the citizens of Guyana effectively.