Author: pdrctt
Happy Independence Day 2021 from Members of Council and Administration of the Penal Debe Regional Corporation.
THE FIRST INDEPENDENCE DAY
Trinidad and Tobago gained its independence from Great Britain on August 31st, 1962. At midnight on 30th August, 1962, the Union Jack (British flag) was lowered and the Trinidad and Tobago flag was raised for the first time. Bells tolled and sirens rang out to herald the birth of the newly independent nation. This first Independence Day was marked by more than a week of festivities and events across the country from August 28 to September 05, 1962. Several international dignitaries were present for this auspicious occasion including the Queen’s representative Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal who read the message sent by Queen Elizabeth II, relinquishing her rule.
INDEPENDENCE TODAY
Today, Independence Day is celebrated with military-style parades held at the Queen’s Park Savannah, Port of Spain and in Scarborough, Tobago. In Trinidad, the parade is inspected by the Head of State who, from 1962-1976, was the Governor General (i.e. the Queen’s representative in Trinidad and Tobago). When Trinidad and Tobago achieved its status as a Republic in 1976, the President then assumed this role. The Chief Secretary, who is the leader of the Tobago House of Assembly, heads the Tobago parade. After the official activities at the parade grounds, the contingents march through the streets to the accompaniment of live music played by the bands of the various forces (e.g. Police, Fire and Prison bands). Cheering spectators line the parade route creating a carnival-like atmosphere.
The evening is usually marked by the presentation of National Awards in a ceremony held at the President’s House. These awards, which were first presented in 1969, honour the outstanding achievements of citizens of Trinidad and Tobago in various fields.
Finally, this day of celebration comes to a close with fireworks displays at the Queen’s Park Savannah, Port of Spain and the Port Authority Compound, Scarborough Tobago. Thousands of people gather from early in the evening to get a strategic vantage point to view these shows.
Penal Debe Regional Corporation & South West Regional Health Authority.
- Esperance Regional Complex, Derrick Road Esperance Village, via San Fernando
- Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th September, 2021
- Time- 8:00am – 3:00pm
- Vaccine: Johnson & Johnson
Covid-19 Vaccination Drive Outreach Programme
For inquiries call your Councillor or the Chairman’s Office at 647-0685.
- 18 Years and Over
- Bring ID Card
- Previously tested Positive for Covid-19? 3months must elapse.
- ADULTS ONLY
- Free Transport Available.
Tenders are invited for the Provision of Security Services for the Penal/Debe Regional Corporation.
- Pre- tender meeting followed by site visits will be held on Monday August 30th, 2021 and interested Security Companies are asked to assemble at 9:00 am at thePenal/Debe Regional Corporation (Front building), #218 S.S. Erin Road, Debe.
- Tender documents can be obtained on normal working days (Mondays to Fridays) from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Tenders Department, Penal/Debe Regional Corporation, located at #218A S. S. Erin Road, Debe.
- Tenderers must indicate the rates per hour used in the calculation of their offer.
4 Tenderers must provide a profile of their company, which must include, amongst other things:
- Public Liability Insurance
- National Insurance Compliance Certificate
- V.A.T. Clearance Certificate
- Income Tax Clearance
- (i) Approval from the Ministry of National Security to operate a Protective Service Agency, where applicable.
(ii) Firearm’s Users License (FUL) approved by the Commissioner of Police.
(iii) Firearm Users Employee Certificate (FUEC) for Estate Constables who are precept and authorize to carry firearm.
- A list of recent client reference.
- Health and Safety Policy.
5. All queries should be referred to the Penal/Debe Regional Corporation, Tenders Clerk, Ms. Tricia Maharaj, #218A S.S. Erin Road, Debe at 647-0961 Ext 112.
6. The form of Tender must be placed in a sealed envelope and addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Penal/Debe Regional Corporation and must be marked on the outside “Quotation for the Provision of Security Services for the Penal/Debe Regional Corporation.”
7. Envelopes must be deposited in the WHITE TENDER BOX located in the upstairs lobby of the Corporation on or before 12:00 noon on Thursday 02nd September, 2021.
8. Quotations received which are not signed, or in unsealed envelopes, or with alterations or erasures not initialed by the signee will not be considered.
9. The Penal/Debe Regional Corporation does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any tender and reserves the right to cancel tenders without defraying any cost incurred by Tenderers in submitting their bids.
Late quotations would not be accepted.
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
PENAL/DEBE REGIONAL CORPORATION 27/8/21
Penal Debe Regional Corporation
&
South West Regional Health Authority
Covid-19 Vaccination Drive Outreach Programme
Friday 27th and Saturday 28th August, 2021
BARRACKPORE REGIONAL COMPLEX
10 Manhoar Maharaj Trace, New Colonial Road, Barrackpore
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
For free transport please contact your Councillor or The Chairman’s Office at 647-0685
Members of the Public in need of sand bags can contact the Disaster Management Unit of the Penal Debe Regional Corporation via the following Phone Numbers:
- 800-7372 (PDRC)
- 647-0034
- 647-2975
- 647-0961 ext. 203
Thank You,
Chief Executive Officer
Penal Debe Regional Corporation
PENAL/DEBE REGIONAL CORPORATION
TENDER NOTICE
Extension of Closing date to submit proposals
The Penal/Debe Regional Corporation invites proposals from persons interested in conducting research work on the Chinese Presence in the Penal/Debe region and their Contribution to the Social, Economic and Cultural Development of the Region. This research will culminate in the preparation of a Report on the Chinese presence.
For further information, you can contact the Tenders Department at 647-0961 ext 112 or via email at [email protected] or Ms. Vidya Maharaj at 647-0961 ext 211.
The Proposals should be placed in a sealed envelope and addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Penal/Debe Regional Corporation and delivered to the Tenders Department or submitted via email at [email protected] on or before August 20, 2021 at 12noon. The name of the proposal must be marked on the outside of the envelope as follows–
RESEARCH PROPOSAL ON THE CHINESE PRESENCE IN THE PENAL/DEBE REGION AND THEIR CONTRIBUTION TO THE SOCIAL, ECONOMIC AND CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE REGION
Late proposals will not be considered under any circumstances. The Penal/Debe Regional Corporation does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any proposal.
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
PENAL/DEBE REGIONAL CORPORATION
The public is hereby notified that Satnarine Trace would be closed to pedestrians and vehicular traffic with immediate effect, until further notice.
The two (2) alternative access routes for entry/exit into Satnarine Trace will be from Clarke Road End and Rochard Road End, LOCAL TRAFFIC ONLY.
NO ENTRY is allowed onto Satnarine Trace, beyond the areas which were cordoned off on both access routes. For further information please call 647-0231 or 647-0961 ext. 120.
The Corporation apologizes for any inconvenience caused.
Chief Executive Officer
Penal/Debe Regional Corporation
Happy Emancipation Day 2021 from Members of Council and Administration of the Penal Debe Regional Corporation.
“ A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is a like a tree without roots”.–Marcus Garvey
As we remember the fight for freedom, lets commit ourselves to the development of each other, our community and our country.