A proposed new procurement law is designed to promote international commerce while ensuring that the government’s contractor selection process is transparent and fair to Virgin Islands businesses, according to Premier …
Inquiry team reviews procurement process
The territory’s procurement rules are “lacking” in areas like accountability and transparency, but the government is working on legislative reform designed to tackle this problem, Ministry of Finance Projects Director …
EDITORIAL: The cruise pier project audit that wasn’t
Given that Premier Dr. Orlando Smith spent three years promising the public a comprehensive “audit” into the cruise pier project, we are greatly disheartened that the report finally released this …
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RDA cranks up with projects and regulations
Repairing sister islands’ administration buildings, upgrading school facilities, and removing derelict boats are among the projects the Recovery and Development Agency is preparing to tackle after working with the Premier’s …
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Tender waived for management of Elmore Stoutt building rebuild
On Oct. 25, Cabinet waived the tender process for project management services for the restoration of the L-shaped building on the Elmore Stoutt High School campus, awarding the contract to …
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Walwyn’s ESHS wall project broke the law, audit states
The Ministry of Education and Culture, led by Minister Myron Walwyn, broke the law when constructing the incomplete perimeter wall around Elmore Stoutt High School in 2014 and 2015, overspending …
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Caribbean Development Bank hosts procurement workshop
The Caribbean Development Bank held procurement workshops in the Virgin Islands and throughout the Caribbean in September and October to help ensure that governments get good value for money. The …
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In their Words: Bennet Smith
Mr. Smith, a retired civil servant, had a long career spanning the top ranks of government, serving in posts including the chief engineer for the Public Works Department; permanent secretary …