Aligned with the principles of transparency, the New Government Procurement Act (NGPA) or Republic Act No. 12009 mandates the video recording of all procurement-related conferences for competitive bidding. This initiative is consistent with Article II, Section 28 of the 1987 Constitution, which declares that, subject to reasonable conditions prescribed by law, the State adopts and continue reading : Enhancing Transparency through Video Recording: A Key Provision of RA 12009
Open government encompasses various initiatives to make government operations more transparent, participatory, and accountable. The New Government Procurement Act (NGPA), or Republic Act No. 12009, introduces significant measures to enhance transparency and accountability in government procurement by promoting open contracting and public monitoring. Open contracting standards enable the disclosure of data and documents at all continue reading : Fostering Trust and Transparency through Open Government and Open Contracting under RA 12009
In celebration of Philippine Bamboo Month, as mandated by Republic Act No. 1401, the Government Procurement Policy Board – Technical Support Office GPPB-TSO is one with the Philippine Textile Research Institute of the Department of Science and Technology in highlighting the importance of bamboo as a key resource for sustainability. By embracing bamboo, we support continue reading : Philippine Bamboo Month 2024
The New Government Procurement Act (NGPA) or Republic Act No. 12009 introduces pivotal measures to bolster transparency and accountability in procurement processes. Key initiatives include: 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀: Ensuring procurement processes and contract implementation information are accessible and transparent to the public. 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴:Strengthening oversight through the engagement of observers and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs). continue reading : Enhancing Transparency and Accountability in Procurement under RA 12009
Under the Government Procurement Reform Act (GPRA) or Republic Act No. 9184, the Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB) approved GPPB Resolution No. 01-2023, adopting strategies towards gender-responsive procurement policies. This initiative aligns with the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) to ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns, particularly promoting sustainable public procurement practices in accordance with national continue reading : Empowering inclusive Growth through Gender-Responsive Procurement under RA 12009
Section 74 of the New Government Procurement Act (NGPA) or Republic Act No. 12009 mandated the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to develop a cost-efficient validation and certification program for green products to attract green investment in consultation with relevant government agencies and the private sector. The NGPA encourages promoting local products and services continue reading : Fostering Sustainable Growth by Building a Green Local Market under RA 12009
The Government Procurement Policy Board and its Technical Support Office (GPPB-TSO) join the celebration of the 124th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA) this September! The 124th PCSA is being celebrated in accordance with Presidential Proclamation No. 1050, series of 1997, declaring such month as the Civil Service Month. This also commemorates the establishment of the continue reading : 124th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary
The New Government Procurement Reform Act (NGPA) or Republic Act No. 12009 underscores the importance of Inclusive Procurement Programs, which aim to create opportunities for marginalized sectors, including microenterprises, social enterprises, and startups. The primary objective is to enhance participation and promote fairness in procurement activities while recognizing gender and ethnic equity, poverty reduction, and continue reading : Empowering Marginalized Sectors and Promoting Gender Parity and Poverty Reduction through Inclusive Procurement under RA 12009