Georgetown, Guyana – Residents of Lodge and surrounding communities are expected to benefit from improved access to primary healthcare following plans by the Government of Guyana to reconstruct the Lodge Health Centre.
The Ministry of Health has invited contractors to submit bids for the reconstruction project through the National Competitive Bidding process, in accordance with the Procurement Act 2003.
According to the Invitation for Bids, interested contractors can obtain and inspect the tender documents at the Ministry of Health’s Accounts Department on Brickdam, Georgetown.
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New Facility to Improve Access to Healthcare
The reconstruction is expected to provide a more suitable and modern environment for patients and healthcare professionals while bringing essential medical services closer to residents.
The improved facility will support the delivery of primary healthcare services, including maternal and child healthcare, vaccinations, routine medical check-ups and treatment for common illnesses.
The project forms part of the Government’s wider programme to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and improve access to medical services across Georgetown.
Georgetown Sees Continued Healthcare Infrastructure Development
Several communities across the capital have already benefited from the construction, rehabilitation and modernisation of healthcare facilities.
These include the $201.8 million Charlestown Health Centre, which has opened, and the reconstructed North East La Penitence Health Centre.
The Festival City Polyclinic has also undergone modernisation, while a new polyclinic at Industry is being developed to expand access to diagnostic services, specialist consultations and preventive healthcare.
Other ongoing interventions include upgrades to the No. 1 Dispensary and Dorothy Bailey Health Centre, alongside construction work at the Campbellville Polyclinic.
Hinterland Communities Also Benefit from New Health Facilities
The expansion of healthcare infrastructure is also reaching remote and hinterland communities.
Recent investments include:
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Mabura Health Centre, Region Ten: Constructed at a cost of $54 million.
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Kumu Health Centre, Region Nine: Valued at $20.7 million.
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Red Hill Health Centre, Region One: A $30 million facility with staff living quarters.
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Warapoka Health Centre: Constructed at an estimated cost of $35.8 million.
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Wanakai, Tobago and Eyelash: Communities benefiting from newly established health posts.
These facilities are intended to reduce the distance residents must travel to access essential medical attention and strengthen healthcare delivery in underserved areas.
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Government Allocates $161.1 Billion to Healthcare in 2026
The Government allocated $161.1 billion to the health sector in the 2026 National Budget to support the continued modernisation and expansion of the country’s healthcare system.
The planned reconstruction of the Lodge Health Centre adds to these efforts to improve primary healthcare infrastructure and ensure that more Guyanese can access essential medical services closer to their homes.