Tourism Projects
Monthly Report – January 2020
The January 2020 Monthly Report, produced by our Monitoring and Evaluation Team, contains status updates of projects during that month, as well as news on planning, policy and communications Highlights include: practical completion of the improvements to Bregado Flax...
Now Hiring – Accountant
The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) invites suitably qualified professionals to apply for the post of Accountant. The successful applicant will provide financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data; preparing...
STATEMENT BY THE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION ON THE PAVILION AT THE A.O. SHIRLEY RECREATION GROUND
MINISTRY OF EDCUATION, CULTURE, YOUTH AFFAIRS, FISHERIES AND AGRICULTURE STATEMENT ON THE PAVILION AT THE A. O. SHIRLEY RECREATION GROUND6th March, 2020 The A. O. Shirley Recreation Ground is a top priority in the recovery of the Territory as it is the premier...
ANTHONY MCMASTER APPOINTED ACTING CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF THE RDA
The Board of Directors of the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency has appointed Anthony McMaster, as the Acting Chief Executive Officer effective 2 March, 2020. McMaster was selected following a rigorous internal review and recruitment process. He will...
Monthly Report – December 2019
The December 2019 Monthly Report contains status updates of projects during that month, as well as news on planning, policy and communications. Highlights for December include: - continuing works to near completion of the improvements to Bregado Flax Educational...
Invitation to Tender: Repairs to the Pavilion at the A.O. Shirley Recreation Ground
Tender submission deadline: Friday, 13 March, 2020 at 4:00 PM.
Monthly Report – November 2019
The November 2019 Monthly Report contains status updates of projects during that month, as well as news on planning, policy and communications. A brief summary of the report: There are five projects in the planning phase and ten in the operations phase. Five projects...
CONTRACTS SIGNED FOR LIGHTING AND GRANDSTAND WORKS AT A. O. SHIRLEY RECREATION GROUND
The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has awarded two contracts for repair works on the A. O. Shirley Recreation Ground.
Monthly Report – October 2019
The October 2019 Monthly Report contains status updates of projects during that month, as well as news on planning, policy and communications. A brief summary of the report: There are six projects in the planning phase, three in the procurement phase and seven in the...
STATEMENT: RESIGNATION OF THE CEO OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS RECOVERY AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
It is with regret that the Board of Directors of the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has accepted the resignation of CEO, Paul Bayly. Since his appointment in 2018, Mr. Bayly has been critical to both the establishment of the RDA and the excellent...
STATEMENT: UPDATE ON THE TENDER FOR THE REMOVAL, PROCESSING AND DISPOSAL OF DERELICT BOATS IN THE VIRGIN ISLANDS
Update on the Tender for the Removal, Processing and Disposal of Derelict Boats in the Virgin Islands The Removal, Processing and Disposal of Derelict Boats in the Territory is a top priority. The RDA has worked closely with our partners at the Ministry of Natural...
Monthly Report – September 2019
The September 2019 Monthly Report contains status updates of projects during that month, as well as news on planning, policy and communications. A brief summary of the report: There are seven projects in the planning phase, four in the procurement phase and five in...
Request for Quotation for the Provision of Website Management and Maintenance Services
Tender submission deadline: Thursday, 12 December, 2019 at 4:00PM
Invitation to Tender: Repairs to the A.O Shirley Recreation Ground Grandstand, Road Town, Tortola
Tender submission deadline: Monday, 6 January 2020 at 4:00 p.m.
Invitation to Tender: Safety Improvement Works at BFEC – Primary Division
Tender submission deadline: Tuesday, 24th September, 2019 at 4:00 PM.
Invitation to Tender: Design, Supply and Installation of Stadium Lighting at A. O. Shirley Recreation Ground
Tender submission deadline: Thursday, 28th November 2019 at 4:00 PM.
Monthly Report – August 2019
The August 2019 Monthly Report contains status updates of projects during that month, as well as news on planning, policy and communications. A brief summary of the report: There are seven projects in the planning phase, four in...
Monthly Report – July 2019
The July 2019 Monthly Report contains status updates of projects during that month, as well as news on planning, policy and communications. A brief summary of the report: There are four projects in the planning phase, three in the procurement phase and eight in the...
Government Radio Network
The reinstatement of the navigational system is crucial to the navigation of BVI waters to ensure safe passage of vessels and ensure that the BVI is tourist ready. The Territory’s sea markers are managed by the BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA), with input from Virgin Islands Shipping Registry (VISR) on placement.
West End Ferry Terminal
The ferry terminal at West End was the busiest sea port in the Virgin Islands
prior to the 2017 hurricanes: 40% of all arrivals into the Territory cleared in
through West End.
Marine Survey
The seas surrounding the Virgin Islands are an invaluable natural resource.
Besides being the ‘sailing capital of the world’ there are potential economic
opportunities that could be exploited in our waters, as well as resources that
require protection.
Developing an effective ‘blue economy’ requires first collecting data on the
marine environment through a marine survey. These data can then be used to
decide how best to utilise available resources – otherwise known as marine
spatial planning.
Repair to homes
In the aftermath of the two category-5 Hurricanes Irma and Maria, the Virgin Islands has suffered large destruction of the housing stock which, coupled with issues related to the land ownership and large destruction of the rental stock, has led to the displacement of several families and individuals in tents provided by Shelterbox in partnership with Rotary and Team Rubicon.
Incinerator improvements
The Baths at Virgin Gorda is an important tourist destination that suffered damage to ticket booth, bathroom and bar shaded area.
BVI Marine Base
The Road Town Station currently functioning without an erected facility sign to clearly identify the government building as all government infrastructure should.
Bregado Flax Junior School
The two Virgin Gorda Admin buildings, the Flax building and the Vanterpool building, were badly affected by the 2017 hurricanes. The roof of the Flax building was destroyed, and this building is now unoccupied.
Temporary Housing
In the aftermath of the two category-5 Hurricanes Irma and Maria, the Virgin Islands has suffered large destruction of the housing stock which, coupled with issues related to the land ownership and large destruction of the rental stock, has led to the displacement of several families and individuals in tents provided by Shelterbox in partnership with Rotary and Team Rubicon.
Road Town Police Station
The Marine base currently is the centre for operation for the Police and Customs Marine operations. With the damage received during the 2017 hurricanes the place is no longer conducive for operations and does not allow for around the clock operations. It is questionable whether the building itself can be repaired at a reasonable cost or whether it should be demolished and replaced with the ‘warehouse’ style construction now evident in the direct vicinity.
Derelict Boat Removal
The passing of hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017 left a significant number of marine vessels stranded along the coastlines and bays of the Virgin Islands. The bulk of these vessels have been removed by the owners and their insurance providers. However approximately 280 derelict vessels remain that need to be removed from their land or sea location and then disposed of.
Virgin Gorda Admin Building
The two Virgin Gorda Admin buildings, the Flax building and the Vanterpool building, were badly affected by the 2017 hurricanes. The roof of the Flax building was destroyed, and this building is now unoccupied.
Sea Markers
The reinstatement of the navigational system is crucial to the navigation of BVI waters to ensure safe passage of vessels and ensure that the BVI is tourist ready. The Territory’s sea markers are managed by the BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA), with input from Virgin Islands Shipping Registry (VISR) on placement.
Repair of JVD Admin Building
The repairs to the Jost Van Dyke administration building will re-establish a working space for the District Officer to coordinate public service delivery on the island, as well as space for police, customs and immigration services to become fully functional. This will re-establish a fully functioning border control point at the main jetty and re-establish a functional police base, including a cell. The full detailed scoping and procurement for this project have been completed and operations are ongoing.
Virgin Gorda Police Barracks
The purpose is to return the Virgin Gorda Police Barracks to a fully functional state with police able to deploy required numbers from Tortola. A key outcome will be for the police to be able to sleep personnel on Virgin Gorda to ensure a shift system can be effectively managed and to enable the pre-disposition of resources key to disaster preparedness ahead of the 2019 hurricane season.
AO Shirley Grounds
The AO Shirley athletics grounds is a priority project to renovate the grounds to meet international accreditation standards as a Level 2 ground, so that BVI can host upcoming national events later this year and future international events. This requires preparation of the grounds prior to the installation of the new track by the specialist company Mondo, repairs to make the perimeter secure to boost income-generation from events, installation of bathroom facilities, installation of lights to allow events after dark, repair to the spectator stand (ideally with shade), and renovation of the clubhouse pavilion to provide meetings, events and changing facilities.
Invitation to Tender: Safety Improvement Works at BFEC – Primary Division
Tender submission deadline: Thursday, 26th September, 2019 at 4:00 PM.
Virgin Gorda Sports Complex
The Virgin Gorda basketball sports complex was damaged by the 2017 hurricanes and has been in a state of disrepair and thus unusable since then. The facility is used by the residents of Virgin Gorda for sporting events and recreation. The facility is currently unsuitable for use, denying the residents this opportunity
Special Debris Clearance
The hurricane disasters resulted in a significant amount of debris being deposited across the Virgin Islands and the project was developed to support the Department of Waste Management (DWM) to collect the debris. The objective of this project was to reduce the risk of damage and threat to human life, by removing debris which could become projectiles during strong winds ahead of the height of the 2018 hurricane season.
Virgin Gorda Baths
The Baths at Virgin Gorda is an important tourist destination that suffered damage to ticket booth, bathroom and bar shaded area.
Elmore Stoutt High School
The 2017 hurricanes destroyed the main high school on Tortola. Leaving 1,600 children to have to continue their education for the last two years in tents and cramped conditions, attending school for only half the day on a shift system.
The RDA is working with the Ministry of Education to address this dire situation.
Monthly Report – June 2019
The June 2019 Monthly Report contains status updates of projects during that month, as well as news on planning, policy and communications. A brief summary of the report: There are 5 projects in the planning phase, 5 in the procurement phase, 6 in the operations phase...
Elmore Stoutt High School
Elmore Stoutt High School - Immediate Improvements Background The 2017 hurricanes destroyed the main high school on Tortola. Leaving 1,600 children to have to continue their education for the last two years in tents and cramped conditions, attending school for only...
Monthly Report – May 2019
The May Monthly Report for the year 2019 contains status updates of projects during that month, as well as news on planning, policy and communications. A brief summary of the report: There are 10 projects in the planning phase, 5 in the procurement phase, and 6 in the...
Invitation to Tender: Repair of Damaged Home – Virgin Gorda
Tender submission deadline: Thursday 12th September, 2019 at 4:00 PM.
RDA Inks Contract for Temporary Music Classrooms at Elmore Stoutt High School
The Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) can continue to provide its renowned music programme following a generous donation by community minded organisations. The Recovery and Development Agency presented a signed contract to the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth...
Safeguarding Policy
The British Virgin Islands does not currently have a national Safeguarding policy. This was identified back in 2006 and the BVI have been leading an ambitious programme since 2017 to produce such policy and strategy since then which culminated in a draft national...
Monthly Report – April 2019
The April Monthly Report for the year 2019 contains status updates of projects during that month, as well as news on planning, policy and communications. A brief summary of the report: There are 8 projects in the planning phase, 6 in the procurement phase, and 6 in...
No Limit Construction Awarded Contract for Groundworks at A. O. Shirley Recreation Ground
Works continue to progress at the A.O. Shirley Recreation Ground to ensure the sporting facility is restored and drainage issues in the area are rectified.
Invitation to Tender: Temporary Housing Units
Tender submission deadline: 12th July 2019 at 4:00 PM.
AUTLAND HEAVY EQUIPMENT AWARDED CONTRACT FOR DEBRIS CLEARANCE AT ELMORE STOUTT HIGH SCHOOL
Friday, 24 May – The Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) is one step closer to its redevelopment as a contract was signed to remove existing debris from its compound. Working in conjunction with the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and...
Contract Awarded for the A. O. Shirley Recreation Grounds Perimeter Wall
AC Construction Ltd. is the contract awardee for the construction of a perimeter wall around the A. O. Shirley Recreation Grounds. The contract was signed on Friday 10th May 2019 for $193,368.60. The perimeter wall will be constructed with panels made of locally...
Monthly Report – March 2019
The March Monthly Report for the year 2019 contains status updates of projects during that month, as well as news on planning, policy and communications. A brief summary of the report: There are 9 projects in the planning phase, 5 in the procurement phase, and 7 in...