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Govt. to spend $19M to rehab. & furnish recently commissioned Leonora Fire Station
(Kaieteur News) – After commissioning the reconstructed $159 million Leonora Fire Station in July 2025, the government through the Ministry Home Affairs intends to spend approximately $19 million more to have the facility rehabilitated and furnished.
According to the National Procurement and Tender Administration Board, the rehabilitation and furnishing works are estimated to cost $19,170,900.
The Leonora Fire Station
Ten contractors submitted bids for the contract.
Those who submitted bids are as follow: Holistic Contracting & Procurement Inc. – $40,463,400; DG Enterprise – $35,776,500; Seenarine’s Construction & Landscaping Services – $37,051,500; Caribbean Construction, Consultancy and International Suppliers Inc. – $62,398,500; M.B.N Group of Companies Inc. – $20,888,580; ECS Construction and General Supplies – $23,267,763; Guybuild Construction & Logistics Services – $26,673,000; MB Enterprise – $74,235,600; Metal & Fabrication Ink – $22,000,000; and D.Chowkai & Sons Construction – $36,281,400.
The ministry had reported that the $159,270, 255 Leonora Fire Station was commissioned by former Minister Robeson Benn. At the time of commissioning, the ministry in a statement said that the new facility is set to serve communities from Parika to Vreed-en-Hoop and will bolster the operational capacity of the Guyana Fire Service (GFS) significantly, improving its ability to respond to fires, medical emergencies, and disasters with greater efficiency and professionalism.
This publication understands that the new structure was designed to meet the highest standards of functionality and personnel welfare and includes a range of administrative, operational, and living facilities that enable an integrated approach to emergency service delivery.
Among its key features are dedicated offices for critical command roles such as the Sub-Officer, Finance Officer, Station Officer, Officer-in-Charge (O.C.), Administrator, and Fire Prevention Officer. These spaces facilitate clear leadership and coordination of operations across departments. A Control Room and an Information Technology (IT) Room have been included to support real-time response management, surveillance integration, and incident tracking, ensuring rapid mobilisation during emergencies.
“Personnel development and well-being have also been thoughtfully incorporated into the station’s design. A Training Room is available for ongoing education and simulations, while a fully equipped Gym promotes physical fitness and readiness among firefighters. In support of day-to-day functionality, the station contains a kitchen, canteen, and laundry room, creating a self-sufficient environment for staff on shift,” the ministry mentioned.
Additionally, the facility houses male and female barracks, as well as senior officers’ living quarters, providing adequate and comfortable accommodations for round-the-clock personnel. An EMS office has also been included to ensure that emergency medical services are seamlessly integrated into the fire station’s operations, enabling a rapid and comprehensive response to a wide range of public safety incidents.
Further, the ministry had noted that the commissioning of the Leonora Fire Station not only signifies physical infrastructure development but also represents a broader vision of responsive, community-focused public safety.
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