The government through its Ministry of Public Utilities and Aviation is now inviting bids for the design and construction of major municipal airports at Lethem in Region 9 and Rose Hall, Canje, in Region 6.

According to a Request for Proposals (RFP) published on Monday, the Ministry is seeking “eligible and reputable Proposers” to undertake a comprehensive Engineering, Procurement, Construction + Finance model for both sites.

Bidding will be conducted through the National Competitive Bidding (NCB) Procedures, as specified in the Procurement Act 2003 Regulations, and is open to all eligible and qualified proposers.

The proposed airport at Rose Hall in the Canje area of Berbice is designed as a Code 3C municipal airport. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has long emphasised that the Rose Hall development is a key pillar in the broader economic transformation of Region 6. This airport is expected to complement other massive investments like the Berbice Deep Water Port, the Corentyne River Bridge, and a potential second gas pipeline landing in the region.

The Lethem facility in Region 9 is slated to be a Code 4E municipal airport. According to the president, this facility will further position the region as a major hub for trade between northern Brazil and the Caribbean.

These airports are intended to function similarly to the Eugene F. Correia International Airport, providing regional and domestic carriers with additional options to meet the growing demands of the business community.

Interested bidders can begin acquiring the necessary documents starting Thursday, February 19, 2026. To ensure all potential contractors have a clear understanding of the project requirements, a pre-proposal conference has been scheduled for March 4, 2026, at 10:00 hrs at the Ministry office located at 55 Main Street in Georgetown.

The final deadline for submission and the subsequent opening of bids is set for 9:00 hrs on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. The Ministry has made it clear that no electronic bidding will be permitted and that any late proposals will be rejected without exception.

Meanwhile, proposals are also invited for the rehabilitation and upgrading of Hinterland Coastal Airstrips across four lots.

The government has stated that these upgrades are essential for providing faster, safer, and more reliable services to indigenous communities, providing easier access to national and regional markets while supporting emergency medical evacuations.