The chairman believes the awarding of contracts in Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) should be done based on a contractor’s ability to complete quality projects in a timely manner.
Ramdatt pointed out that many projects in the region have started but have not be completed as stipulated by contracts. The Regional Chairman stated that most of the projects in various schools in the region should have been done during the August vacation, hence giving teachers ample time to prepare for the new school year, but this was not done. He explained that several projects are still incomplete and the majority of children and parents are inconvenienced as a result.
He added that he is dissatisfied that the Regional Executive Officer (REO), Rupert Hopkinson failed to implement decisions made by the Regional Democratic Council to have consultations with project beneficiaries before they commence. He also said the REO as Chairman of the Regional Tender Board failed to convene Tender Board meetings in a timely manner; hence, contractors are given contracts late, resulting into delays.
Ramdatt is of the view that the REO should speed up the process of projects and avoid money from the region’s budget being returned.
Many teachers and parents are currently complaining, since several projects conducted in various schools are incomplete.
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