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Bangkok, Thailand — April 27, 2026 — The Government Procurement Policy Board – Technical Support Office (GPPB-TSO) took center stage at the International Public Procurement Conference (IPPC) 2026, with Officer-in-Charge Atty. Sofia C. Yanto-Abad serving as a discussant in a high-level technical session on procurement’s role in driving jobs, SME development, and inclusive economic growth. continue reading : GPPB-TSO Champions ‘Prosperity Procurement’ at IPPC 2026 in Bangkok
When budgets shift, procurement must respond — not react, but recalibrate.With the issuance of National Budget Circular (NBC) No. 602, agencies are called to adopt economy measures in light of the State of National Energy Emergency under EO No. 10, s. 2026. But what does this really mean for your procurement activities?This explainer series breaks continue reading : National Budget Circular 602
Introducing 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, your guide to one of the newest and most practical procurement methods under the New Government Procurement Act (RA 12009).As championed under the reform agenda of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the NGPA was enacted to modernize procurement, strengthen transparency, and make processes more responsive to real government needs—ensuring that public funds continue reading : Direct Acquisition
PROCURE QUEST: THE NGPA Challenge is ON! Test your knowledge, challenge your team, and level up your understanding of public procurement under the New Government Procurement Act (RA 12009). Whether you’re a BAC member, end-user, or procurement practitioner, this interactive quiz is your chance to learn, compete, and engage—one question at a time.In support of continue reading : Procure Quest: NGPA Challenge
The Government Procurement Policy Board – Technical Support Office (GPPB-TSO) joined the 2nd Negotiating Round of the Philippines–Canada Free Trade Agreement (PH-CA FTA), held on 15–16 April 2026, alongside the Procurement Service – Department of Budget and Management (PS-DBM), contributing to discussions on government procurement and related areas.Representing GPPB-TSO were Officer-in-Charge Atty. Sofia C. Yanto-Abad, continue reading : Philippine-Canada Free Trade Agreement (PH-CA FTA)
Procurement during an energy emergency is about acting fast—but never outside the law. With the declaration of a State of National Energy Emergency under EO 110, government agencies are expected to respond quickly to ensure the continuous supply of fuel, electricity, and essential services. But here’s the key:RA 12009 still governs procurement.This explainer breaks down:✔ continue reading : Procurement During Energy Emergency
March 23, 2026 | Pasay City — 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 – 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 (𝗚𝗣𝗣𝗕-𝗧𝗦𝗢) formally opened the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗚𝗣𝗣𝗕 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗻𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 with a recognition ceremony honoring the framers of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act No. 12009, or the New Government Procurement Act (NGPA). The ceremony continue reading : GPPB-TSO Opens 2026 Trainers’ Summit, Honors IRR Framers and Launches Procurement Professionalization Roadmap
The Government Procurement Policy Board Technical Support Office (GPPB-TSO), continues to drive reforms that make public procurement more inclusive, responsive, and impactful. In partnership with the World Bank, GPPB-TSO convened key stakeholders from government, development partners, and institutions for a Consultative Meeting and Workshop on the Operationalization of Gender-Responsive Procurement (GRP). The initiative supports the continue reading : Consultative Meeting and Workshop on the Operationalization of Gender-Responsive Procurement (GRP)
