Over $963M in Contracts Signed for Capital Projects under the Home Affairs Ministry

In a significant move to enhance safety and security across Guyana, the Ministry of Home Affairs signed nine capital contracts worth G$963,829,709 for the Guyana Police Force (GPF).

The signing ceremony, held in the Ministry’s boardroom, was attended by the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Andre Ally, and the Minister of Home Affairs, Mr. Robeson Benn, alongside a team of engineers from the Projects Department.

The contracts, aimed at modernizing law enforcement infrastructure, reflect the Government’s commitment to improving the effectiveness and professionalism of the GPF. The projects include the reconstruction of police stations and other critical infrastructure improvements across multiple regions. Notable projects and contractors include:

Reconstruction of Orella Police Station, Region 6

Contractor: 4S Security & Building Enterprise

Amount: G$109,860,082.00

Infrastructural Works at Den Amstel Police Station, Region 3

Contractor: M&D Investments

Amount: G$88,942,350.00

Reconstruction of North Ruimveldt Police Station, Region 4

Contractor: Vishal’s Contracting

Amount: G$123,800,021.00

Reconstruction of Mahaica Police Station, Region 4

Contractor: Kawal Ramdeen General Construction

Amount: G$143,615,544.00

Reconstruction of Beterverwagting Police Station, Region 4

Contractor: Alliance Construction & General Supplies

Amount: G$119,027,202.00

Construction of Wharf and Boat House at Mabaruma, Region 1

Contractor: ProRed Resources

Amount: G$52,934,500.00

Construction of Wharf and Boat House at Morawhanna, Region 1

Contractor: ProRed Resources

Amount: G$59,062,850.00

Reconstruction of Imbotero Police Station, Region 1

Contractor: K & K Boat Building Construction & General Supplies

Amount: G$144,900,000.00

Upgrade of Highway Patrol Base to a Police Station, Region 4

Contractor: Hoosein Logistics & Supplies Inc.

Amount: G$121,687,160.00

Minister Benn emphasized the importance of completing these projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. “Quality and timely delivery within budget is of utmost importance. Safety is especially important. We don’t want people injured on our projects,” he stated, highlighting the need for strict adherence to project guidelines and safety protocols.

Reflecting on his recent engagements, Minister Benn underscored the broader vision of these initiatives. “Earlier, I met with the New York Police Department. We spoke on the soft issues: improvements in police culture, how they treat people, the empathy they show people, and police diversity. But all of that will not be possible unless we do these things to put in the physical infrastructure that will match our desired policing and increase public safety and security in the country.”

Permanent Secretary Mr. Andre Ally reiterated the critical role of timely and high-quality project completion in the country’s economic growth and security. “The economy is rapidly growing, and the rate at which we complete these projects is directly correlated to the security of the country and the quality to which it is done,” he said, emphasizing the expectation for all contracts to be executed within scope, time, and with top priority given to quality.

These projects underscore the Ministry’s unwavering commitment to enhancing law enforcement infrastructure, creating a safer environment for all citizens, and bolstering the capabilities of the Guyana Police Force.

(Ministry of Home Affairs)