RSG Begins Rehab Of Maxillo Facial And Kelsey Harrison Hospitals

The Rivers State Government has begun the process for the rehabilitation of the Kelsey Harrison Hospital at Diobu  and MaxilloFacial Hospital at Garrison in Port Harcourt.
Recall that last year, the State Executive Council approved the rehabilitation of the two hospitals that have gone moribund in the past six years.
Commissioner for Health, Prof. Chike Princewill who declared the open bid for the refurbishment and rehabilitation of the two hospitals said health care was key policy focus for the Chief Wike-led administration.
He said, “the Wike government does not play politics on health issues. So what we are doing today is in fulfilment of that commitment to Rivers people.”
About 13 companies  participated in  the open bid, as Rivers State  Bureau for Public Procurement, media and non-governmental organisations observed  the process.
Shortly after the process, Permanent Secretary Ministry of Health, Dr Ndidi Utchay, said only companies that meet the criteria will be awarded the job.
“ The Wike – led administration she said,” has zero tolerance for project failure and so it’s those companies that meet criteria based on competence and experience that will be selected “.
One of the participating bidders from T Jake’s and Company, Achikalu Edith, said she was impressed with the transparency of the bidding process, and expressed hope her firm will win the job.