--Thursday, 16 February 2006--

Track contracts issued

Several petty contracts were recently awarded to BVI companies for remedial works on the wall around A.O. Shirley Recreation Grounds as part of the new track project.

The Chief Minister's Office awarded six petty contractors for the perimeter wall around the territory's main track and football venue. Contracts varied from $27,000 to $36,000, and were signed with Wattley's Enterprises, Sinclair Flemming, Ishmael Scatliffe, Gene Hodge, Leslie Smith and George Malone.

The total sum of the six petty contracts was $184,729. Work on the wall began Feb. 1 and is expected to be completed by the end of the month.

The projects, being completed under the supervision of project manager Karl Thomas, form part of the government's overall scheme to develop a world class athletic and football facility in the BVI.

The government awards petty contracts for all works that do not exceed $75,000. The Chief Minister's Office is the co-ordinating agency for the track development project, which is part of the government's initiatives to develop sports tourism and encourage youth involvement in sports.

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