GDh. Rathafandhoo Council is seeking a company that can manage a mariculture project in the Dhoanigilla lagoon, which is within the island's jurisdiction.

An announcement from the council reads they are looking to hire an interested company for a mariculture project in the Dhoanigilla lagoon as there are companies who have expressed an interest in doing so and to offer an equal and adequate opportunity for all.

The council stated those who are interested can register their tenders at the council itself or via mail, after which they can submit their estimated rate before 5th November.

Rathafandhoo Council said that along with their proposal, companies will need to present information and documents such as their time frame for the project in the lagoon, documents proving experience in the line of work and proposed monthly payments to the council as rent for their work. The announcement reads that when they present their price, it must not be lower than the minimum amount of MVR 0.25 the council has passed.

The relevant documents will be accepted before 5th November, 11:00 am at the council office.

According to the council, they will prioritize the company that presents the most adequate price and longer project time when granting permission for a mariculture farm.