Local Contractors Invited to Bid in $100M Roadworks Program

This project just needs to get off the ground already because the roads are getting worst with each passing day. The hurricane season starts in less than two weeks and we need the roads to be in a state of preparedness to avoid disruption to the flow of people and traffic

Yes but are the local contractors doing a good job. Thats the better question we must ask. Because there isnt many road works that we could say was or is spectacular.

The contractors have already been selected. This is just a gimmick

As a contractor in Antigua and Barbuda, I have serious reservations about the government’s recent announcement regarding the $100 million road construction initiative. While the investment in infrastructure is crucial, the decision to fund it through a significant hike in vehicle licensing fees feels more like a burden on the already struggling citizens rather than a thoughtful approach to development. Moreover, while I appreciate the emphasis on involving local contractors, the promise of a competitive bidding process raises concerns. Remember we have been living here for a long time and we know how it go here . In practice, we often see larger firms dominate these projects, leaving smaller, local builders like myself at a disadvantage. If the government truly wants to support local businesses, it should ensure that the bidding process is transparent and accessible, with a clear commitment to prioritizing local expertise and labor. Don’t say we aren’t speaking the truth. Finally, the timeline and oversight of such a massive initiative need careful consideration. In Antigua and Barbuda, we’ve seen too many infrastructure projects in the past suffer from delays and budget overruns. It’s important right now, that the government not only prioritizes local contractors but also maintains rigorous standards for project management and accountability throughout the entire process. Otherwise, this initiative risks becoming another missed opportunity for real, lasting development in our community.

It would be good if contractors collaborate on such a project. Too many foreigners are part and parcel to these major projects and our contractors who are very knowledgeable gets the little bits and pieces

As long as the work is exceptionally
done, is inspected every step of the way, and the money does indeed go to building these roads because we are sorely in need of excellent roadways throughout the nation.

Another ‘big project’ announcement with no clear plan. Watch the money disappear and the roads stay the same.

Using local contractors is a win-win. we fix the roads and keep the money circulating in the economy.

Local contractors? Is it that public works don’t have a say in the road fixing?