Two months after government announced that a contractor has been selected for the construction of the new Demerara Harbour Bridge, negotiations are still ongoing, Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill said yesterday.
He explained that they have been working to ensure the best deal for the project is secured before they move to sign a contract. Discussions are centred on financial payment options, final design of the bridge, and delivery of work among others.
Asked if they are close to wrapping up negotiations, Edghill would only say talks are still ongoing but he hopes there will be a signing of the contract “soonest.”