West End Ferry Terminal

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WEST END FERRY TERMINAL

STATUS: PROCUREMENT

Ministry Partner: Ministry of Communications and Works

Project Number: 91

Project Start Date: April 2019

Projected End Date: TBC

Duration: TBC

Design Consultant: Inros Lackner SE

Funding Source: Caribbean Development Bank

BACKGROUND

The ferry terminal at West End was the busiest seaport in the Virgin Islands prior to the 2017 hurricanes: 40% of all arrivals into the Territory by sea were cleared in through West End. The destruction of the terminal has therefore affected travel between Tortola, Jost Van Dyke and the United States Virgin Islands. It has impacted both residents and visitors, whether arriving by ferry, water taxi, private yacht or charter yacht.

Activity

Under the direction of the Premier’s Office, the RDA will manage the design and construction of a new, expanded terminal, in partnership with key public and private sector stakeholders. These include the BVI Ports Authority, Immigration Department, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, H. M. Customs, the BVI Tourist Board, the Ministry of Health and Social Development, ferry operators and taxi drivers. The proposed 12,000 square foot facility will be double the size of the previous facility, and have the capacity to process more passengers, provide berthing for multiple ferries and private yachts, and parking for vehicles. The facility will be built from sustainable materials and will incorporate technologies to offer greater efficiency for businesses and passengers.

Result

The redevelopment will create a modern, technologically-driven entry port and a secure border point. It is designed to have the capacity to process 200 passengers
per hour, or 200,000 passengers per year. Parking will be provided for up to 80 vehicles. West End Ferry Terminal will provide a fast and efficient service and create a
positive first impression for visitors.

Passengers arriving on private yachts, charters yachts or water taxis will be handled separately from ferry passengers, enhancing the destination experience. This will in turn
boost tourism and local commerce, create jobs and provide the community with a modern facility.

Budget

To be released once the procurement process has been finalized. In-kind support for the planning phase was received.

News

BULLETIN: Extension Of Deadline For Submission Of The West End Ferry Terminal And Temporary Facility Bids

NewsBy wchambers November 19, 2024

The Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) wishes to inform the public that the deadline for the submission of bids for the construction of the new West End Ferry Terminal and Temporary Facility Project has been extended until 17th January, 2025. This extension has been granted to provide the shortlisted bidders with additional time to properly…

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