Larger multi-faceted A.O. Shirley Recreation facility in works
This was revealed by the agency through a public missive on March 6, 2020, via the Government Information Service (RDA) where it noted that in light of the plans, "the RDA has been asked to cancel the tenders".
Several Project works already completed
According to the release, the project is being managed by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture with support from the RDA with a number of updates already delivered.
The RDA noted that the Installation of a new running surface to facilitate athletics; air-conditioned bathroom facilities for both male and female; construction of the Wall and Gates for the External Perimeter Fence; bathroom Groundworks and Drainage [and] the Internal Trackside Fence have so far been delivered.
The design, supply and installation of stadium lighting in addition to repairs to the grandstand, gym and sickbay are some works that are currently being delivered.
It said that the final activity; the repairs to the pavilion, is presently being procured by the RDA and the ministry having held further extensive consultations with stakeholders and potential funders, decided to be more ambitious with its scope and instead of rebuilding the existing structure.
Bids Cancelled
'To the contractors who have started the bidding process on the pavilion through the RDA, we acknowledge that you have already invested in your bids thus far, and we apologize for any inconvenience caused by the cancellation. However, the decision to re-tender a more ambitious plan for the pavilion is a positive step," the agency noted.
The RDA underscored that the A. O. Shirley Recreation Ground remains a top priority in the recovery of the Territory as it is the premier location for sports training and competitions, namely track and field, soccer and rugby.
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