Title
Guidelines for IT Supplier Accreditation by NCC
Law
Ncc Memorandum Circular No. 2000-02
Decision Date
Jan 2, 2001
NCC Memorandum Circular No. 2000-02 establishes guidelines for the accreditation of prospective IT suppliers and service providers, streamlining the bidding process for government agencies by requiring documentation that demonstrates technical capability and compliance with specified criteria.

Law Summary

Definition of Terms

  • Accreditation: Formal recognition of a supplier's competence, involving independence, integrity, technical qualifications, experience, and quality management.
  • Two types of IT vendors/suppliers:
    • Type A: Single firm engaged in manufacturing, consulting, telecommunications, or maintenance.
    • Type B: Joint venture or consortium with firms covering a combination of hardware, software, consulting, or networking.
  • NCC issues Certificates for four categories:
    • Technology Provider (TP): Provides hardware, software, or network products.
    • IT Solutions Provider: Combines technology and services to meet client requirements.
    • IT Consultancy Service Provider: Offers high-level management and technical consultancy.
    • IT Services Provider: Provides direct IT services supporting implementation.

Documentary Requirements for Accreditation

  • BAC requires applicants to submit a completed Information Sheet (Annex A) and various supporting documents.
  • Required documents include SEC registrations, financial statements, powers of attorney, sworn statements, project and client lists, VAT and tax certificates, business registrations, corporate profiles, annual reports, and income tax returns.
  • Joint ventures must submit a sworn statement binding members jointly for contract obligations, unless incorporated as a corporation.

General Eligibility Criteria

  • Applicant must submit the Information Sheet and documents as per Section 3.
  • Firm Experience/Track Record:
    • At least two successfully completed similar projects.
    • Must have been operating in the Philippines in IT for at least 3 years (or 1 year for new services).
    • For joint ventures, experience is aggregated.
  • Financial Capability:
    • Must be liquid and financially capable to sustain project financing.

Procedures for Accreditation Process

  • Two application routes: agency-mandated or supplier-initiated.
  • Phases include:
    1. Application Phase: Submit letter and documents to NCC.
    2. Documentation Review: Check for completeness.
    3. Conformity Assessment: Thorough evaluation using predetermined criteria including citizenship, business credibility, financial stability, technical capability, and site visits.
    4. Onsite Visit: Physical inspection by NCC committee.
    5. Certificate Preparation: Issuance of a one-year valid Certificate of Accreditation upon passing prior phases.

Criteria for Accreditation

  • Major evaluation factors:
    • Citizenship
    • Business Credibility
    • Financial Stability
    • Technical Capability
    • Results from Onsite Visits

The NCC Accreditation Committee

  • Composition:
    • Director General appoints members from NCC technical staff and representatives from Commission on Audit, GO-IT, CIO Forum, IT Consultants, and private sector IT associations.
    • Secretariat support from NCC staff.
  • Functions:
    • Oversees application processing and form validation.
    • Reviews documentation for compliance.
    • Conducts conformity assessments based on specified criteria.
    • Prepares and issues certificates upon approval.
    • Maintains and updates database of accredited suppliers, accessible via NCC website.

Effectivity

  • The circular takes effect December 1, 2000.


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