Gov’t tenders for billion-dollar works on Lusignan Prison

The Ministry of Home Affairs has invited bids for $1.071b in works on the Lusgnan Prison which has been the scene of multiple escapes, riots and protests over conditions in recent years.

Three new prison modules which are expected to hold a total of 600 prisoners are to be built.

According to an amended invitation for bids in yesterday’s Sunday Stabroek, three structures are to be reconstructed. Each of these it is estimated will cost $357m. Bids for the work close on April 29th, 2021 at 9 am.