The Central Government Real Estate Agency is addressing overdue major repairs to a number of historic buildings in St. Eustatius related to safety and the historic face of the center of Oranjestad. In phase 1, the buildings where the Government Guest House, Voges House and the property in the fort where the “Tourist Office” is situated will be tackled first.
In order to restore the historic buildings on the island to good condition the Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations is making available the financial resources to carry out the necessary work in phase 1 in order to prevent further deterioration of the buildings and to ensure a safe use for visitors and users.
In the preparation and implementation, on the intercession of the Ministry and the Kingdom Representative, the utmost use will be made of the knowledge and skills of on St. Eustatius locally available technical installation consultants, construction companies and agencies. In the procedure is provided that local contractors and installation firms are invited to submit a competitive bid. The project management will be carried out by the Central Government Real Estate Agency.
The implementation of the project will commence in the 3rd quarter of 2016 and will be completed at the end of the 3rd quarter of 2017. The Central Government is herewith investing in preserving the historic buildings of Oranjestad Statia, the economic development of the island and the tourism appeal.