Privacy Policy – Mets and Associates

Mets & Associates

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

1. Introduction & Data Controller

Mets & Associates (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring transparency in our data practices. This policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, engage our services, or interact with us.

We operate in strict compliance with the Data Protection Act, 2011 of Trinidad & Tobago.

Data Controller:

Dennis Metivier, Director

Mets & Associates

Email: mets.associates@gmail.com

Phone: +1-868-355-7420

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information in the following ways:

Personally Identifiable Information (PII): Name, company name, address, email address, and phone number.
Professional Information: Job title, company registration details, project specifics, and technical requirements.
Identification Information: National ID or Driver’s Permit details (required specifically for equipment rentals or contractual agreements to verify identity).
Financial Information: Securely processed payment details for services or rentals, and billing addresses.
Technical and Usage Data: IP address, browser information, and details about how you interact with our digital platforms.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your information for the following purposes:

Service Fulfilment: To deliver construction, civil works, architectural design, quotations, and consultancy services.
Quotation & Tender Development: To prepare accurate and competitive bids tailored to your project requirements.
Equipment Rental Management: To process applications, manage rental agreements, and coordinate equipment logistics.
Project Management: To coordinate timelines, budgets, and resources with relevant stakeholders.
Regulatory Compliance: To comply with legal obligations in Trinidad & Tobago, including securing permits and licences from relevant authorities.

4. Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your data. We may share your information only with:

Internal Personnel: Employees and subcontractors with a legitimate “need-to-know” to perform their project duties.
Service Providers: Trusted third parties for IT support, cloud hosting, or secure payment processing.
Regulatory & Government Bodies: Including the Town and Country Planning Division (TCPD), Municipal Corporations, WASA, T&TEC, and the Office of Procurement Regulation (OPR) as required for project approvals.
Industry Partners: Specialised professionals (e.g., tradesmen or welders) when they are integral to the execution of your specific project.

5. Security, Storage, and Retention

Security: We implement robust technical and organisational measures, including encryption and strict access controls, to protect your data.
Retention: We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by the statutory laws of Trinidad & Tobago.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Under the Data Protection Act 2011, you have the following rights:

The right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
The right to request correction of inaccurate data.
The right to request the erasure of your data (subject to legal or contractual retention requirements).
The right to withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.