Question & AnswerQ&A (DPWH DEPARTMENT ORDER NO, 51, S. 2010)
All contractors doing business with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) must be registered with the DPWH Civil Works Registry (CWR) system.
All contractors, both local and foreign, who want to participate and execute infrastructure projects with the DPWH must register with the CWR system.
Yes. Contractors involved in foreign-assisted projects may be exempted if the lending institution prohibits them from registering.
The registration facilitates electronic eligibility evaluation for the procurement of locally-funded civil works contracts, ensuring that all contractors comply with the requirements under RA 9184 and its implementing rules.
Eligibility evaluation must be conducted electronically using the DPWH Civil Works Registry (CWR) system, regardless of the mode of procurement.
Contractors must submit updates on projects they have implemented in other government agencies and the private sector, specifically completed and accepted projects, prior to the deadline for submitting Letters of Intent for projects they wish to join.
It allows contractors to update their profile in the CWR system, reflecting their experience and capabilities, which is relevant for eligibility evaluation.
The order took effect immediately upon adoption on October 15, 2010.
It is mandated under Department Order No. 1, series of 2010, which implements the Interim Guidelines in the Procurement Process based on the Revised Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 9184 (RA 9184).
Electronic evaluation ensures transparency, uniformity, and efficiency in assessing contractors' eligibility for government infrastructure projects, minimizing human error and potential irregularities.