Panama opens bids for $10 million road expansion project

Panama's Ministry of Public Works (MOP) is moving forward with a significant infrastructure project to enhance traffic flow in the eastern part of the capital. The ministry opened economic proposals for the initial phase of the José Agustín Arango road expansion, a project valued at approximately $10 million.

During a public ceremony, a single bid was submitted by the Consorcio Cerro Azul, comprising Transeq, S.A. and Constructora del Pacífico, S.A., for $10,791,781.88. This phase focuses on rehabilitating and widening a 4.8-kilometer stretch of the José Agustín Arango road, a vital route for residents in the 24 de Diciembre and Pacora districts.

The MOP stated the intervention aims to boost mobility, improve road safety, and optimize connectivity for thousands of daily users, including residents and public transport commuters. The plan includes widening the road to four lanes, rehabilitating existing bridges, and constructing new ones, alongside upgrades to drainage systems, accessible sidewalks, and LED lighting.

Further enhancements will feature new bus bays and shelters for public transport users. The project also involves rehabilitating two existing culverts and constructing three new vehicular bridges over local rivers and streams. The MOP will manage this contract under a global sum modality, ensuring comprehensive development of the road infrastructure.