Colombia is gearing up to launch two major water infrastructure projects, worth a combined 8 trillion pesos (approximately US$2.06 billion), as part of its ongoing investment in social infrastructure, reports BNAmericas.
The ambitious tenders are set to roll out between 2026 and 2027, according to a recent announcement by the national infrastructure agency ANI.
The first project, a new wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) in Cúcuta, is scheduled to be tendered in the first half of 2026. Designed to serve the capital of Norte de Santander department, the WWTP carries an estimated investment of 2 trillion pesos and is expected to significantly reduce pollution in key waterways such as the Pamplonita and Zulia rivers.
The ambitious tenders are set to roll out between 2026 and 2027, according to a recent announcement by national infrastructure agency ANI
Last year, Cúcuta mayor Jorge Acevedo told local media that "the central government could cover 70% of the cost of the WWTP," with the remaining funds to come from city hall, the office of the governor of Norte de Santander, the Empresa de Acueducto y Alcantarillado de Cúcuta (EIS), and regional development agency Corponor.
The second project, planned for tender in the first half of 2027, will revamp and expand the water and sewerage system in Santa Marta. With an estimated investment of 6 trillion pesos, this initiative will secure the drinking water supply for the city’s population for the next 30 years.
The project also includes upgrades to the city’s rainwater collection system, improvements to the wastewater disposal network, and expansion of water and sewerage infrastructure.
