The Ministry of Infrastructure Development & Housing, after a detailed review of the project and in support of the bridge as a vital component of Belize’s national infrastructure, commenced the procurement of a construction contractor in March 2021. A pre-qualification exercise ensured interested contractors were qualified to continue with the bidding process and submit offers. The deadline for the submission of bids was 5 July 2021, after which the Ministry and specialist consultants, selected to assist with the evaluation of bids, performed reviews and gave their recommendation of contract award.
