Both contracts were awarded below the reference price. The objective of these works is to establish road safety, functionality, and structural stability of the roads affected by the intense rains of October 2025, in more than 16 critical points, through an immediate and specialized intervention. This technical response includes the stabilization of slopes through geotechnical solutions, the rehabilitation of pavements, and the construction or replacement of drainage works (pipes, gutters, and hydraulic boxes), to improve the capacity for evacuating stormwater. The corrective and preventive actions are aimed at preserving the integrity of the land and structures, minimizing the risk of collapse, and reinforcing the resilience of the infrastructure against extreme weather events. The Ministry of Public Works (MOP) explained that due to the urgency of the situation and the possibility of further damage, the exceptional contracting procedure was used to accelerate road improvements and protect the safety of residents and drivers. The Council of Cabinet approved today two resolutions, No. 127-25 and No. 128-25, which authorize the Ministry of Public Works (MOP) to sign, through an exceptional procedure, the contracts to address the damage caused by the rains that occurred at the beginning of October in Boquete. The first contract is with the company Constructora NFL, S.A., for the project "Comprehensive solution for critical points in Palmira and Los Naranjos, Boquete", for the amount of B/. 6,051,423.68 (includes ITBMS). The second contract is with the company Bocas Generation Company Inc., for the project "Comprehensive solution for the improvement of the rainwater system of the town of Bajo Boquete", for the amount of B/. 11,253,303.83 (includes ITBMS).
