Drake & Scull International (DSI) said its engineering subsidiary Drake & Scull Engineering Kuwait has secured an MEP (mechanical, engineering and plumbing) development contract worth Dh218 million ($59.34 million) for a major education institution which is scheduled to be completed in 2018.

Under the terms of the agreement, DSE will undertake construction, operation and maintenance of electrical works including power, light, audio-video system, fire alarm system and all low-voltage works as well as the supply, installation, testing and commissioning and maintenance of all electrical works.

The contract brings up DSI’s total project awards this year to date to Dh1.57 billion ($427 million) in value.

Ahmad Al Naser, managing director of Drake & Scull Engineering, said: “The contract for the education institution is a prestigious win which further cements our association with Kuwait’s education sector.”

DSI’s ongoing projects in Kuwait include the College of Business, College of Arts, the College of Health and Sciences for Girls, Sheikh Saad Sports Complex, Sheikh Jaber Cultural Centre, Government Centre for Testing and Research, Souk Al Kuwait, Souk Al Kabeer, Al Sager Cardiac Clinic, and a private residence.