In a bold move advancing policy reforms in public procurement, the Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB) has approved the Standard Forms for Procurement in accordance with Republic Act No. 12009, also known as the New Government Procurement Act (NGPA), and its Implementing Rules and Regulations, on 14 May 2025. These Standard Forms were developed to continue reading : New Standard Forms Approved: Driving Procurement Reforms under the NGPA

Bonifacio Global City, Philippines, 20 June 2025 – In a concerted effort to uphold transparency and accountability in government procurement, key national agencies and development partners convened at the World Bank Office in Bonifacio Global City for a technical workshop focused on the integration and effective use of Beneficial Ownership (BO) information in public procurement continue reading : Government Agencies and Development Partners Strengthen Beneficial Ownership Transparency in Public Procurement

Makati City, Philippines – In a landmark dialogue on health sector transformation, Atty. Maria Dionesia A. Rivera-Guillermo, Officer-in-Charge of the Government Procurement Policy Board – Technical Support Office (GPPB-TSO), brought the voice of procurement reform to the 2025 Healthcare Forum hosted by the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) today, 09 July 2025, continue reading : Strengthening Healthcare through Smart Procurement: GPPB-TSO Joins ECCP 2025 Forum

The third round of negotiations for the Government Procurement (GP) chapter under the Philippines-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) took place in Brussels, Belgium in  June 2025, highlighting the ongoing commitment of both parties to deepen economic ties and promote transparent procurement practices. The principal negotiators for this GP chapter were Atty. Maria Dionesia A. continue reading : PH, EU Negotiators Advance FTA Talks on Government Procurement in Belgium, Highlighting Collaborative Efforts

The Government Procurement Policy Board – Technical Support Office (GPPB-TSO) proudly joins the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) in celebrating Ease of Doing Business (EODB) Month this May! 

With the theme “From Red Tape to Red Carpet: Better Business Movement in Bagong Pilipinas”, we unite in a month-long series of initiatives and engagements that champion citizen-focused, transparent, and efficient governance.

The Government Procurement Policy Board – Technical Support Office (GPPB-TSO) invites everyone to watch Panel 9 – Connecting the Dots: Public Procurement Practices Around the Globe, part of the East Asia and the Pacific International Public Procurement Conference (EAP IPPC).

This insightful session, scheduled on the third day of the event, 30 April 2025, will bring together global experiences, highlighting impactful innovations, challenges, and transformative strategies in public procurement. It aims to showcase how procurement practices are evolving into powerful tools for promoting global progress and equitable development.

The Government Procurement Policy Board – Technical Support Office (GPPB-TSO) invites everyone to watch online the highly anticipated Panel 8 – Unmasking Ownership: Enhancing Transparency in Procurement of the East Asia and the Pacific International Public Procurement Conference (EAP IPPC), happening on 30 April 2025, the third day of the event.

This session goes beyond surface-level transparency by addressing the critical issue of beneficial ownership. It will explore how uncovering hidden ownership structures strengthens public trust, mitigates corruption risks, and promotes equity in procurement processes. The panel will feature procurement authorities from across the East Asia and Pacific Region, along with invited line agencies, all working together to advance meaningful reforms and accountability in public procurement.

Join us for an empowering session at the East Asia and the Pacific International Public Procurement Conference (EAP IPPC) on 29 April 2025, the second day of the event,  featuring the theme Women at the Forefront: Transforming Procurement through Inclusion (Panel 5).

This session will spotlight the transformative impact of women-led businesses in public procurement, highlighting creative approaches and bold initiatives that break down barriers, empower women entrepreneurs, and reshape procurement systems to be more equitable and inclusive.

The upcoming East Asia and the Pacific International Public Procurement Conference, happening on 28 to 30 April 2025, with the theme “Procurement for the People: Bridging Innovation, Value for Money, and Accountability,” will bring together procurement leaders from 20 countries to advance the modernization of procurement systems, optimize public spending, and strengthen transparency and accountability in government processes.

On the second day of the East Asia and the Pacific International Public Procurement Conference (EAPIPPC) in Manila, participants will dive deeper into the theme, “Procurement for the People: Bridging Innovation, Value for Money, and Accountability.” Among the highlights is Panel 4, “Sustainable Procurement: Beyond Green Policies to Real Impact,” which focuses on the rapidly evolving field of sustainability in procurement.