Nine firms submit bids for new WE Ferry Terminal
A shortlisting and evaluation exercise is now expected to commence after nine firms again submitted bids to participate in the pre-qualification process for the construction of the new West End Ferry Terminal.
A new deadline was set for August 31 after a previous exercise resulted in no bids being moved forward for selection.
The Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) said despite the similar number of submissions made for pre-approval, it was a different composition of firms that participated in this pre-qualification business opportunity.
The bids are expected to be evaluated by a panel which will arrive at a short list of firms to be invited to bid on the construction works. The RDA also noted that it will provide an update soon after.
Previously, officials determined that none of the submissions from the first process fully met the requirements of the pre-qualification notice nor were there any fully responsive pre-qualification documents.
Some of the areas cited as non-conforming included the absence of required balance sheets for all specified years, failure to provide essential registration documents like trade licenses, incomplete forms with missing information, and the inclusion of joint ventures with firms not registered in eligible member countries.
It is expected that invitations for bids will now be issued sometime this month.
Optimised design
In the meantime, the RDA recently introduced what it described as an optimised design solution for the new West End Ferry Terminal, which it said factors in climate response and energy efficiency for an innovative experience.
The new design differs markedly from the ‘Classic Modern’ option which was selected late last year by residents after a poll was conducted for a decision on the final look. That option tied in the poll with the previously proposed ‘Organic, Futuristic’ design and the new look appears to be a blend of the two.
The architectural designs for the new terminal were received in August 2023 and will be shared with the shortlisted bidders as part of the tender process this month.
With high quality materials, the new terminal will be built tough and will be resilient. It will also feature a Cool Roof* with adequate space for solar panels to maximise energy harvesting.
The new facility is expected enhance the BVI guest experience with the functionality and comfort for individuals who will serve at the Virgin Islands’ premier seaport. The facility is expected to have reduced waiting times, cause easier flow, result in faster processing, and have more parking, officials said.
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This s**t looks like garbage. Where is the design that people chose?? You did a survey, people answered and it wasn’t this space age modern bulls**t! Well sah, when ayo gwan stop f**king up people money?!
West End only needs a few kiosks to handle the JVD ferry and private yachts clearing in and out of the BVI. NO need for international ferries, USVI day charters, water taxis and commercial yachts to stop in West End. The commercial wharf is Road Town is perfectly adequate for all the international marine traffic.
Anyone taking bets?? My office has a pool on how much we think it will be overrun from the actual budget. I say 50 percent over the actual budget when finished.
Provided with the opportunity to build something that brings value to the users experience and could be identifiable as Caribbean and BVI, we instead choose this?
Replicate a 1940s wharf, small hurricane resistant buildings , covered waiting areas, wood siding metal roofs of course INSIDE spaces can be insulated and climate controlled but it could appear an authentic replica and bring real value.. the main issue for traveller’s is places being discernable from others they’ve visited
Stupidity and corruption continue to run rampant in the BVI. Can’t fill potholes, keep water running or supply current. CSC probably on tap for a consulting position on this ridiculous Taj Mahal project that does nothing for local residents. Put the money into proper ferry equipment,not this ridiculous waste
20 mill for sure
At Amazing CSC do you something. The man ain’t got time with alyo. If that’s what they’re proposing let’s see how well it withstands storms. Good luck
There is no need for that monstrosity. Is the government not focusing on extending the airport as well, so with increased air traffic why the need for that monstrosity. Government needs to do better by the people. Build something functional and not overrated. stop trying to outdo others. Put some real emphasis on the road repairs from east end to west end. That will save the people lots of money on vehicle repairs.
Can we get in on this?
A disastrous carbuncle that has nothing to do with the BVI. Would be more at home in North Korea.
Ludicrously expensive for what it is and a magnet for graft and corruption.
Its going to cost $100 million. You know that.
Though that is including all the new houses, cars and boats for the skimming and scamming classes.
And we know who, they are and why they want this.
Put me down for 300% over budget (Pier Park, DOSH..)
Bvi government is being bullied to take this design, my people, and fir several reasons. They want us to take out a loan for this project, they want the building to have the ambience of the niche market clientelle that wants to take over Soper’s Hole, Thatch Island and extreme tip of West End.
what happen to anegada temrinal