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Cabinet approved $809M for NDIA… GNIC to supply $329M dredge; new pump stations for Buxton, Three Friends
NDIA has ordered a $329M dredge to help with silting up of the outfalls.
Over $809M has been approved for the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority (NDIA) to execute critical drainage works.
Among those projects, farmers and residents of Region Two will soon benefit from the installation of a drainage pump to assist in their drainage and irrigation woes.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the contract which was awarded to Samaroo’s Investment at a cost of approximately $103M will be for the procurement and installation of the drainage pump and the rehabilitation of the existing building at Three Friends, Essequibo, Region Two.
Agriculture Minister, Noel Holder, disclosed that such work augurs well for the region if the communities are to improve their production and productivity base.
He added that with improved drainage and irrigation, comes improved productivity.
Over $329M has also been approved for the procurement of a Suction Cutter Head Dredge for the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority (NDIA). This contract was awarded to the Guyana National Industrial Company Incorporated.
“The dredge will be used to execute major works to de-silt outfall channels which is critical during the rainy season,” the Minister said.
In addition, residents of Buxton, East Coast Demerara will benefit from a new 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,” the Ministry said.
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