Title
DPWH Procurement and Implementation Guidelines
Law
Dpwh Department Order No. 55, S. 2010
Decision Date
Oct 30, 2010
DPWH Department Order No. 055-10 establishes guidelines and authorities for the conduct of pre-procurement, procurement, and implementation activities for locally-funded civil works projects, with the aim of promoting transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the Philippines.

Guidelines and Prescribed Procedures

  • Activities must adhere strictly to the guidelines as detailed in the Order to maintain uniformity and transparency.
  • Provides a structured approach for conducting procurement processes in compliance with prescribed standards.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Explicitly defines the responsibilities of the DPWH offices involved in locally-funded civil works projects.
  • Specifies the limits of authority for key DPWH officials in the procurement and implementation lifecycle.
  • The attached matrix (available at the Office of the National Administrative Register) details these roles and limits clearly.

Amendments and Supersession

  • This Order amends specific provisions of Department Order No. 24, series of 2007.
  • It expressly supersedes any previous DPWH issuances that contradict the guidelines set forth herein.

Implementation and Effectivity

  • The Order took effect immediately upon adoption on October 30, 2010.
  • Signed and promulgated by the DPWH Secretary, ensuring its binding nature within the Department.

Purpose and Importance

  • Introduces necessary checks and balances in the procurement process.
  • Ensures that projects funded locally by the DPWH are managed with accountability and efficiency.
  • Aims to prevent irregularities and promote good governance in project implementation within the public works sector.

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