The Ruler issues a decree on establishment of Public Utilities Maintenance Department

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohd. Al-Qassimi, the Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah issued a decree on establishment of Public Utilities Maintenance Department in the Emirate of Sharjah.  The new department which will be affiliated to the Ruler’s Office, will be based in Sharjah City and may set up its branch offices in other cities of the Emirate.

As per the decree, the new department shall be responsible for maintenance of the public utilities and services, recommend the necessary maintenance works, supervise the contracts of maintenance works and define the necessary fund allocations for such work.  The responsibilities of the new department also include following up the progress of  maintenance contracts, implementation of small constructions, preparing the quantities and scope of works relating to the maintenance works of the public utilities in collaboration with the concerned departments providing the government with technical advice and assistance on all matters relating to its activities and carrying out any tasks referred to it by the Ruler or the Executive Council.

Another Ameri Decree will be issued on the appointment of the Director General of the new department who shall issue the necessary executive and internal rules and regulations to implement the provisions of this decree.

The new department may enter into contracts with consulates and contractors, supervising the progress of their maintenance works and approving their due payments in coordination with concerned departments.

The new department shall submit periodical reports on its activities and works and recommendations for resolving any problems and obstacles.

As per the decree, the new department shall be the competent local authority responsible for the maintenance of the public utilities in the Emirate of Sharjah.  However, the maintenance works of the following authorities and departments are excluded from the maintenance works provided for under this decree: Sharjah Electricity & Water Authority, Sharjah International Airport Authority and Department of Sea Ports & Customs.

The new department will be exempted from all government duties, taxes and fees.