Elevator Cost for Government Complex in BVI Lower Than Expected

Following the completion of the requisite tender process, the cost to install an elevator at the Ralph T O’Neal Administration Complex in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) returned lower than what engineers had estimated, BVI News reports. Original engineer estimates were well in excess of US$1 million, but the figure that came back after the tender process was approximately US$100,000 less. In April, the Cabinet awarded the US$1,076,796.99 contract to Building Construction Management Ltd. for the procurement, installation and commissioning of a new elevator for the West Atrium of the administration complex. Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley noted the refurbishment of the complex is important and the government is committed to finishing the restoration so government offices can return to the complex and save some money.