Transfer of PNCC from DTI to Office of the President

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EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 141: Transfer of PNCC from DTI to Office of the President

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Transfer of PNCC from DTI to Office of the President

Law: Executive Order No. 141

Decision Date: Oct 14, 2013

Executive Order No. 141 transfers the Philippine National Construction Corporation (PNCC) from the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to the Office of the President (OP), streamlining the administrative structure and placing the PNCC under the direct supervision and control of the President.

Law Summary

Legal Authority for Organizational Reorganization

The President has continuing authority under paragraph 3, Section 31, Chapter 10, Title III, Book III of the Administrative Code of 1987 to reorganize the administrative structure of the OP.
This authority includes transferring agencies from the OP to other departments or vice versa.

Appointment and Governance of PNCC

Republic Act No. 10149 requires the appointive directors of PNCC to be appointed by the President.
Directors are selected from a shortlist prepared by the Governance Commission for GOCCs (Government-Owned or Controlled Corporations).

Executive Order No. 141 Provisions

EO No. 141 (2013) officially transfers the PNCC from the jurisdiction of the DTI back to the OP.
This transfer is undertaken pursuant to the President’s authority under the Administrative Code of 1987.
All previous issuances, orders, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this transfer are repealed, amended, or modified accordingly.
The order became effective immediately upon signing on October 14, 2013.

Practical Impact of the Transfer

PNCC’s administrative supervision and policy coordination return directly under the Office of the President.
This may affect the operational and strategic directives of PNCC especially considering its role in construction and infrastructure development.
Ensures presidential control over appointive governance of PNCC through RA 10149 processes.

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