Law Summary
Context and Compliance Requirements
- The policy ensures compliance with Section 38 of R.A. No. 4566 and Section 10.3 of its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR).
- Joint ventures and consortia must possess the required special license at the time of bidding or negotiation.
Amendment to Filing Deadline
- Special license applications filed less than five working days but at least one day before bidding or negotiation may now be accepted.
- Acceptance of late applications is subject to the imposition of a non-refundable Additional Processing Fee (APF) in addition to regular licensing fees.
Additional Processing Fee (APF) Structure
- The APF is based on the registration size category of the applicant:
- Large B: PHP 25,000.00
- Large A: PHP 20,000.00
- Medium A and B: PHP 15,000.00
- Small A & B: PHP 10,000.00
Processing and Issuance of Documents
- If the special license certificate cannot be processed and issued within the limited time before bidding or negotiation, the Secretariat may issue a "Notice of Board Action."
- This notice indicates approval and application details and may be presented to project owners as proof of compliance.
Effectivity and Administrative Considerations
- The amendment reduces administrative burden on PCAB caused by late applications.
- The resolution took effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a newspaper of general circulation.
- The policy amendment was unanimously approved by the Board members.