The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Region VI, through its Project Development and Management Unit (PDMU), successfully concluded its three-day training on the New Government Procurement Act (NGPA) on July 1, 2026, equipping government personnel with enhanced knowledge and practical guidance on the implementation of Republic Act No. 12009 and reinforcing the principles of transparency, accountability, and efficiency in public procurement.

The training featured an in-depth session on Contract Implementation and Sanction Mechanism delivered by Ms. Jocelyn T. Genesila, MMBA, CPA, resource person from the Government Procurement Policy Board–Technical Support Office (GPPB-TSO). Her discussion emphasized the critical role of clear and comprehensive contract specifications in ensuring successful procurement implementation.

Ms. Genesila also provided valuable insights into protest mechanisms, dispute resolution processes, and the administrative liabilities of both private entities and public officials, underscoring the importance of compliance with procurement laws and ethical standards throughout the contract lifecycle.

The participants also gained a deeper understanding of the new and enhanced Modes of Procurement under Republic Act No. 12009 through a lecture by Engr. Stephanie N. Gadong of the GPPB-TSO and the Department of Social Welfare and Development Field Office VI (DSWD VI). Her presentation comprehensively discussed the requirements, procedures, and appropriate application of each procurement mode under the new law.

Engr. Gadong likewise highlighted the proactive role of the Bids and Awards Committee (BAC) in conducting pre-bid conferences, encouraging BAC members to actively clarify procurement requirements rather than merely responding to questions raised by prospective bidders. This approach, she emphasized, promotes transparency, minimizes ambiguities, and helps ensure a more competitive and compliant procurement process.

Demonstrating the broad relevance of the training, the regional initiative attracted participants from various regions across the country through Zoom and Facebook livestreams. The interactive discussions enabled participants to engage directly with the GPPB resource persons, raising practical concerns and receiving expert guidance on the implementation of the NGPA.

The strong participation from across the country underscored the growing demand for capability-building initiatives that support the effective implementation of the New Government Procurement Act. By providing procurement practitioners with updated knowledge and practical expertise, DILG Region VI continues to contribute to strengthening institutional capacity and advancing good governance through transparent, accountable, and responsive public procurement practices.