Government procurement in the Philippines is the process by which government agencies acquire goods, infrastructure projects, and consulting services using public funds. It is governed by Republic Act 9184, also known as the Government Procurement Reform Act, which ensures that all purchases are done in a transparent, competitive, and accountable manner.
To support this system, the government uses the Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System (PhilGEPS). PhilGEPS is the official online portal where all government procurement activities are posted and accessed by the public. It serves as a centralized platform where agencies publish bidding opportunities, notices of award, contracts, and other procurement-related information.
Through PhilGEPS, suppliers, contractors, and consultants can register, view available projects, and participate in government bidding. At the same time, citizens and oversight groups can monitor how public funds are being spent. By making procurement information open and accessible, PhilGEPS helps promote transparency, fair competition, and trust in government transactions.
The purpose of this topic is to help learners understand how government procurement works in the Philippines and how PhilGEPS is used in the procurement process. Specifically, this topic aims to:
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Explain the basic principles of government procurement under RA 9184
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Introduce PhilGEPS as the official government procurement portal
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Show how bidding opportunities are announced and accessed
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Help suppliers and stakeholders know how to participate in government projects
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Promote awareness of transparency, fairness, and accountability in public spending
By the end of this topic, learners should have a clear idea of how government agencies buy goods and services, how suppliers can join the process, and how PhilGEPS supports open and transparent government procurement.