Additional Document Requirement for Contractor Prequalification

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DPWH DEPARTMENT ORDER NO. 8: Additional Document Requirement for Contractor Prequalification

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Title Supreme Court: Additional Document Requirement for Contractor Prequalification

Law: Dpwh Department Order No. 8

Decision Date: Jan 10, 1991

Contractors must submit a sworn statement confirming no familial ties or financial interests with Department of Public Works and Highways officials during prequalification to ensure fair public bidding, with non-compliance leading to bid rejection and potential disciplinary action.

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Purpose and Context of the Requirement

This requirement aligns with the principle of public bidding ensuring all bidders compete on equal terms.
It is intended to prevent conflicts of interest and undue influence during the bidding and contract awarding process.

Inclusion in Pre-Bid Conference and Bid Documentation

This sworn statement requirement must be discussed during the pre-bid conference.
It shall be included as part of the documents submitted in the first envelope as referenced in Clause IB 10.2(2) of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of P.D. No. 1594.

Consequences of Non-Compliance by Contractors

Failure to submit the required sworn statement is grounds for the immediate rejection of the contractor's bid.
Submission of a sworn statement containing false information or misrepresentations will subject the contractor to sanctions under the IRR of P.D. No. 1594.

Accountability and Sanctions for PBAC Members

Members of the Prequalification, Bids and Awards Committee (PBAC) who fail to observe this order are subject to disciplinary action according to existing rules and regulations.

Effectivity

The order took effect immediately upon its adoption on January 10, 1991.

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