Nine projects have been put out on tender by the Rabaul District Administration through the East New Britain Provincial Procurement Committee under Provincial Services Improvement Program (PSIP) and Internal Revenue Development (IRD) funding. These projects include four town roads major rehabilitation, Namanula Road upgrade and Queens Park rehabilitation. Others include Rabaul urban clinic level 3 site clearance, a police staff house and Malaguna Secondary School hall refurbishment. Contractors bidding for projects in the Rabaul district have been urged to comply with the government tender process and its requirements. Speaking during a pre-tender meeting with the contractors recently was District Civil Works Engineer Mr. Mellie Munulai who highlighted the importance of fulfilling all the tender requirements. “Bid submissions must be typed clearly and all other required documents must be included. Form of tender and schedule of rates must also be submitted." The Engineer further said that contractors wishing to engage sub-contractors must clearly state in an official letter signed by both parties and attached with the document. “If you are cross-hiring equipment or engaging sub-contractors, ensure that both parties agree to the terms and conditions and if successful, ensure that they complete the project and are compensated well." Meantime, Deputy District Administrator Mr. Babel Umri who chaired the meeting urged the contractors and district officers not to interfere with the tender process and conduct government business in a transparent and honest manner. He said that there will also be other projects put on tender in the future and added that the district is in support of encouraging local contractors to apply. The closing of bids for the nine projects is at 2 pm, Friday 14th July 2023.