Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 27)
The Surplus Property Commission was created by virtue of the powers vested in the President of the Philippines by the Constitution and section 2 of Republic Act No. 33.
The Surplus Property Commission accepts and administers all properties sold and granted to the Philippines pursuant to the Agreement between the United States of America and the Philippines entered into on September 11, 1946, specifically those properties owned by the US government but surplus to its needs in the Philippines.
The key functions include accepting surplus properties; providing care, custody, and protection; administering and selling or disposing of properties not needed by the government; appropriating budgets for administration; appointing officials and staff; entering contracts; suing and being sued; and submitting weekly sales reports to the President.
Sales are to be made to as large a number of people as possible to promote rehabilitation of industry, business, and agriculture, with preference given to local manufacturers, businessmen, and farmers. Sales with consideration over P100,000 require approval of the President before becoming final.
The Commission is composed of a Chairman and two members appointed by the President of the Philippines.
Proceeds are deposited in the Philippine National Bank to the credit of a special fund used exclusively for purposes directed by law, except for amounts appropriated for administration and operating expenses approved by the President.
The Government Procurement Commission created by Executive Order No. 85, dated January 7, 1946, was abolished, and all its functions, properties, records, funds, appropriations, and personnel were transferred to the Surplus Property Commission.
Yes, they can be assigned or designated temporarily, and during the period of service, they are paid salaries fixed by the Commission from its funds. They are also entitled to receive the difference between their regular salary and the salary of the position temporarily vacated.
Each base shall have a local committee composed of one member from the locality and two other members to oversee local operations as much as practicable.