See statement below from Lindsayca Guyana Inc.:
The Chairman of Lindsayca Guyana Inc., Nelson Drake, reaffirmed that the company operates under one of the most robust and transparent supply chain management systems in the industry, supported by world-class technology platforms, international quality standards, and strictly defined governance processes.
Within the execution of the Gas-to-Energy (GtE) Project, Drake explained that all procurement and contracting activities are managed through an integrated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system based on SAP, ensuring full traceability, data integrity, and eliminating any possibility of discretionary manual intervention.
“We are operating under a structured system aligned with international standards, where every process is measurable, verifiable, and auditable. Results cannot be altered, and decisions cannot be influenced outside defined parameters. Transparency is embedded in the architecture of the system itself,” Drake stated.
The supplier evaluation model follows a consistent and objective methodology, based on four core criteria: cost competitiveness, execution capability (speed), technical quality, and safety performance. Each bid is processed and weighted within the system, generating a technical outcome that is subsequently reviewed by a Board committee, with no ability to override the results outside these parameters.
“This is not a relationship-driven process — it is a data-driven process. We do not select vendors based on familiarity; we select the best-performing bidder based on technical, commercial, and compliance criteria. That is what safeguards the integrity of the system,” Drake emphasized.
Regarding the subcontract awarded to Tropical Construction and Building Supplies, the Chairman clarified that the company was one of seven local bidders participating in a competitive process and was selected based on meeting the defined criteria and offering the most competitive cost structure within its specific scope.
He further noted that this is a limited-scope contract focused exclusively on the provision of equipment for pile-driving activities, while the majority of critical project execution is being self-performed by Lindsayca, reinforcing operational control, quality, and execution efficiency.
The Gas-to-Energy Project: Execution at International Standards
The Gas-to-Energy (GtE) Project, widely regarded as the largest infrastructure investment in Guyana’s history, includes the development of a 300-megawatt (MW) combined-cycle power plant and a Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) facility, forming a fully integrated energy solution for the country.
Once completed, the project is expected to double Guyana’s installed electricity capacity, reduce electricity costs by approximately 50% for households and businesses, and cut carbon dioxide emissions by more than 460,000 tonnes annually — positioning it as a benchmark for efficient and sustainable energy transition.
Execution is currently progressing across multiple work fronts, with 24-hour operations supported by a workforce exceeding 870 personnel on site and approximately 240 pieces of equipment. The workforce is expected to grow to between 1,400 and 1,600 personnel at peak, operating under 12-hour shifts with on-site accommodation facilities.
To date, the project has surpassed two million man-hours without incidents, reflecting strong safety performance. This progress is supported by a highly coordinated global logistics operation, with over 170 shipments originating from more than 20 countries, ensuring timely delivery and integration of critical equipment.
Clear Governance and Processes that Protect Project Integrity
Sources close to the project confirmed that, given the nature and scale of the specific subcontract, vendor selection falls within the EPC contractor’s scope of responsibility and does not require direct approval or oversight from the Government of Guyana.
“The contractor manages multiple vendors and service providers as part of its supply chain. This falls within their operational and contractual responsibilities. It is not the role of the Government to approve or manage them,” a project source explained.
Both the company and project stakeholders have indicated that recent allegations lack technical foundation and fail to recognize the rigor of the systems in place, suggesting that such claims may be driven by competitive dynamics typical of projects of this scale.
“The Gas-to-Energy Project is a strategic national infrastructure. Our responsibility is to deliver it under the highest standards of transparency, quality, and efficiency, ensuring that every decision is supported by solid and verifiable processes,” Drake concluded.
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