Two local businesses have been awarded contracts to supply sports equipment for the Pacific Games. 

The companies are Island Rock Company Limited and Samoa Stationery & Books (SSAB) Limited.

“Sports equipment for the various sports is required in order to host a successful Pacific Games,” a statement issued by Cabinet said. 

“The Government of the Peoples Republic of China is assisting the games by donating 80% of the required sports equipment. The Government of Samoa will procure the remaining 20% of sports equipment.

“The evaluation was carried out according to the conditions set out in the Request for Tender document, the stipulations of the Treasury Instructions 2016 and the Samoa Tenders Board Guideline for Government Procurement and Contracting: Goods, Works and General Services 2016.” 

Breakdown of successful bids:

• Island Rock Co. Ltd – ST$298,883.10 (to supply Lot 1 (split between Island Rock and SSAB) & Lot 3)

o Lot 1 – General Sports Equipment

o Lot 3 – Sports Equipment for Sailing

• Samoa Stationery & Books (SSAB) Ltd – ST$84,763 (to supply Lot 1 (split between Island Rock and SSAB)