Who will fix Cartagena's public schools? Only 2 submitted bids
In early 2026, during a meeting of the District Education Board (JUDI) – comprising the Mayor's Office of Cartagena, the Single Union of Educators of Bolívar (SUDEB), the Traso Collective, and student and parent representatives – Mayor Dumek Turbay announced an investment of $46 billion for the rehabilitation of 31 educational institutions.
TL;DR
- Mayor Dumek Turbay announced a $46 billion investment for the rehabilitation of 31 educational institutions in Cartagena.
- The project aims to improve conditions in schools, including walls, roofs, classrooms, and sports areas, benefiting over 20,000 students.
- Only two consortiums, Consorcio Obras Cartagena and Consorcio Adeducación SED 001, submitted bids for the rehabilitation works.
- The adjudication hearing is scheduled for May 21st, and contract signing for May 28th.
- This investment adds to over $400 billion invested by the district administration in the education sector since 2024.