PTPP Secures Rp143 Billion Contract for Mamuju Tengah Hospital Construction
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- PT PP (Persero) Tbk (PTPP) secured a contract to build the Mamuju Tengah Regional General Hospital in West Sulawesi for Rp143.09 billion.
- The project, commissioned by the Ministry of Health, aims to upgrade the hospital from Type D to Type C, enhancing healthcare services.
- PTPP committed to completing the 240-day construction project on schedule, emphasizing quality and safety standards to support national development in the health sector.
State-owned construction company PT PP (Persero) Tbk (PTPP) has secured a Rp143.09 billion contract to build the Mamuju Tengah Regional General Hospital in West Sulawesi. The project, commissioned by the Ministry of Health, aims to upgrade the hospital's capacity from a Type D to a Type C facility, thereby improving healthcare services in the region.
The project owned by the Ministry of Health has a contract value of Rp143.09 billion including VAT, with a construction period of 240 calendar days or about eight months, and a maintenance period of 365 calendar days.
According to PTPP Corporate Secretary Joko Raharjo, the construction is slated for completion within 240 calendar days, approximately eight months, followed by a 365-day maintenance period. The hospital will feature enhanced services including outpatient, inpatient, emergency, and various medical support facilities.
Raharjo highlighted that the development addresses the growing need for healthcare infrastructure in developing areas like Mamuju Tengah. He emphasized PTPP's commitment to supporting national development, particularly in the health sector, by expanding access to adequate healthcare services for the community.
The acquisition of this project is part of PTPP's commitment to supporting the equalization of national development, especially in the health sector.
PTPP expressed confidence in completing the project on time, adhering to construction quality and work safety standards. The company views health infrastructure development as a key component of national development agendas and a factor in improving the quality of life for citizens.
With the experience and capabilities it possesses, the company is optimistic that this project can be completed on time by prioritizing construction quality, work safety, and sustainability principles.
Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.