Shaping the Future of Public Procurement

From April 28 to 30, the Philippines will host the East Asia and the Pacific International Public Procurement Conference, bringing together over 150 experts to discuss fair, efficient, and transparent procurement systems. With the theme “Procurement for the People: Bridging Innovation, Value for Money, and Accountability,” the event will emphasize the need for procurement to go beyond contracts and create meaningful impact for communities. By integrating innovative approaches, fiscal responsibility, and transparent governance, this conference aims to strengthen procurement systems that deliver real benefits to society.

Philippines to Host East Asia and the Pacific International Public Procurement Conference in April 2025

On April 28-30, 2025, the Philippines, through the Government Procurement Policy Board – Technical Support Office (GPPB-TSO), will host the East Asia and the Pacific International Public Procurement Conference, which will bring together 150 procurement regulatory agencies, practitioners, academics, civil society, and development partners from the region and other countries. Co-hosted by the World Bank continue reading : Philippines to Host East Asia and the Pacific International Public Procurement Conference in April 2025

Exciting Announcement: Issuance and Publication of the IRR for the New Government Procurement Act

We are pleased to announce that following its approval by the Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB) on February 4, 2025, the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act No. 12009, or the New Government Procurement Act (NGPA), has been published in the Official Gazette today, February 10, 2025. The IRR enhances the NGPA for continue reading : Exciting Announcement: Issuance and Publication of the IRR for the New Government Procurement Act

Exciting News! Approval of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the New Government Procurement Act (NGPA) or Republic Act No. 12009 by the Government Procurement Policy Board

On February 4, 2025, the Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB) approved the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the New Government Procurement Act (NGPA), Republic Act No. 12009. This marks a significant milestone in our journey towards enhancing government procurement processes in the Philippines. In her opening remarks, Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman of the Department continue reading : Exciting News! Approval of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the New Government Procurement Act (NGPA) or Republic Act No. 12009 by the Government Procurement Policy Board

Public Advisory – Office Closed

Work in the Government Procurement Policy Board-Technical Support Office will be suspended starting 12:00NN today, 23 December 2024.

Normal operations will resume on 26 December 2024.

All request should be sent via email to gppb@gppb.gov.ph

(AD Advisory No. 26)

Key Changes in Negotiated Procurement for Direct Retail Purchase under RA 12009

The New Government Procurement Act (NGPA) or Republic Act No. 12009 introduces significant changes to the Negotiated Mode of Procurement for Direct Retail Purchase adopted from the Government Procurement Reform Act (GPRA) or Republic Act No. 9184 (RA 9184), which includes Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricant (POL) products, airline tickets, and online subscriptions. Under the NGPA, continue reading : Key Changes in Negotiated Procurement for Direct Retail Purchase under RA 12009

Your Voice Matters: Help Shape the Future of Government Procurement!!

Today, we proudly announce the completion of the first draft of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the New Government Procurement Act (NGPA), or Republic Act No. 12009. This milestone was achieved after a series of IRR committee meetings, as well as multi-stakeholder consultations, which also involved development partners and various private sectors. In continue reading : Your Voice Matters: Help Shape the Future of Government Procurement!!

Enhancing Procurement for Health, Education, and Advanced Technologies under RA 12009

The New Government Procurement Act (NGPA), or Republic Act No. 12009, adopted the Negotiated Procurement for United Nations (UN) Agencies, International Organizations, or International Financing Institutions from the Government Procurement Reform Act, or Republic Act No. 9184. This covers similar procurement but excludes infrastructure projects, focusing more on health and education, advanced technologies, and critical continue reading : Enhancing Procurement for Health, Education, and Advanced Technologies under RA 12009

Advancing Inclusive Procurement for Community Empowerment under RA 12009

In 2021, the Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB), through its Technical Support Office (TSO), has taken a significant step forward in enhancing community involvement in government procurement processes. Through the development of the Guidelines for Negotiated Procurement for Community Participation, as outlined in GPPB Resolution No. 18-2021, the GPPB aims to foster greater inclusivity and continue reading : Advancing Inclusive Procurement for Community Empowerment under RA 12009

Empowering NGOs for a Better Nation under RA 12009

The New Government Procurement Act (NGPA) or Republic Act No. 12009 adopts the Negotiated Procurement for Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) from the Government Procurement Reform Act (GPRA) or Republic Act No. 9184. This encourages the active participation of NGOs in public procurement, ensuring that projects earmarked for NGOs are executed efficiently and transparently. The NGPA outlines continue reading : Empowering NGOs for a Better Nation under RA 12009