The National Drainage and Irrigation Authority (NDIA) in the South America nation of Guyana is nearing construction. The first two of three bids for construction oversight and activities have been published in Guyana’s major newspapers. The third bid part is expected to be issued soon and will address the supply of geotextile material for the construction and the associated drainage. The project is identified in the bids as the East Demerara Water Conservancy (EDWC) Northern Relief Channel.