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Who is considered the head of the procurement in local government units (LGUs)?
Who is considered the head of the procurement in local government units (LGUs)?
- The head of the national agency
- The local chief executive (correct)
- The governing board member
- The authorized procurement officer
What are some of the infrastructure projects included under the provided definitions?
What are some of the infrastructure projects included under the provided definitions?
- Developing private sector office buildings
- Construction of residential housing
- Renovating commercial retail spaces
- Building restoration and maintenance of hospitals (correct)
Which entity is responsible for procurement in government-owned or controlled corporations (GOCCs)?
Which entity is responsible for procurement in government-owned or controlled corporations (GOCCs)?
- The budgetary committee
- The head of the state department
- The governing board or its authorized official (correct)
- The regional administrator
When procurement responsibility is decentralized, who is considered the head of procurement (HoPE)?
When procurement responsibility is decentralized, who is considered the head of procurement (HoPE)?
Which of the following is NOT included in the definition of infrastructure projects?
Which of the following is NOT included in the definition of infrastructure projects?
What does Common-Use Supplies and Equipment (CSE) refer to?
What does Common-Use Supplies and Equipment (CSE) refer to?
Which process is NOT part of Competitive Bidding?
Which process is NOT part of Competitive Bidding?
Consulting Services primarily require expertise that is what?
Consulting Services primarily require expertise that is what?
Which of the following best describes a Domestic Bidder?
Which of the following best describes a Domestic Bidder?
What is the significance of the Electronic Catalogue in relation to CSE?
What is the significance of the Electronic Catalogue in relation to CSE?
Which of the following activities is considered a Consulting Service?
Which of the following activities is considered a Consulting Service?
What do the terms 'Competitive Bidding' and 'Public Bidding' refer to?
What do the terms 'Competitive Bidding' and 'Public Bidding' refer to?
To which type of procurement does Rule V of this IRR relate?
To which type of procurement does Rule V of this IRR relate?
What is included in the invitation to bid?
What is included in the invitation to bid?
What does prequalification of contractors involve?
What does prequalification of contractors involve?
When are the qualifications of the low bidder typically evaluated?
When are the qualifications of the low bidder typically evaluated?
Which factor is NOT typically assessed when checking contractor ability?
Which factor is NOT typically assessed when checking contractor ability?
What type of documents are construction documents considered to be?
What type of documents are construction documents considered to be?
How can the invitation to bid be disseminated to contractors?
How can the invitation to bid be disseminated to contractors?
What is the purpose of the notice to proceed in the bidding process?
What is the purpose of the notice to proceed in the bidding process?
Which of the following is NOT a qualification criterion for contractors?
Which of the following is NOT a qualification criterion for contractors?
Which procurement does not require a pre-procurement conference?
Which procurement does not require a pre-procurement conference?
What information must be included in the Invitation to Bid for Goods?
What information must be included in the Invitation to Bid for Goods?
Which element is NOT a required inclusion in the Invitation to Bid?
Which element is NOT a required inclusion in the Invitation to Bid?
What should the Invitation to Bid specify regarding electronic bid submission?
What should the Invitation to Bid specify regarding electronic bid submission?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for goods procurement in the Invitation to Bid?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for goods procurement in the Invitation to Bid?
What is an important criterion for Consulting Services as stated in the Invitation to Bid?
What is an important criterion for Consulting Services as stated in the Invitation to Bid?
What information does NOT need to be included about the procurement of Infrastructure Projects?
What information does NOT need to be included about the procurement of Infrastructure Projects?
Which of the following is a requirement for the submission and receipt of bids detailed in the Invitation to Bid?
Which of the following is a requirement for the submission and receipt of bids detailed in the Invitation to Bid?
What constitutes a small procurement of Consulting Services?
What constitutes a small procurement of Consulting Services?
What is the purpose of a pre-bid conference?
What is the purpose of a pre-bid conference?
What must happen for a statement made at a pre-bid conference to modify the bidding documents?
What must happen for a statement made at a pre-bid conference to modify the bidding documents?
Who is responsible for opening the bids?
Who is responsible for opening the bids?
What is included in the responsibilities during the bid evaluation phase?
What is included in the responsibilities during the bid evaluation phase?
How long is the bid evaluation process expected to take?
How long is the bid evaluation process expected to take?
What document must be prepared to formally award a bid?
What document must be prepared to formally award a bid?
What is the timeframe for posting the Notice to Award?
What is the timeframe for posting the Notice to Award?
What happens during the delivery, inspection, and acceptance phase?
What happens during the delivery, inspection, and acceptance phase?
How is the lowest calculated responsive bid determined?
How is the lowest calculated responsive bid determined?
What is the role of the BAC during the bid opening?
What is the role of the BAC during the bid opening?
In what situation would a bid submission be deemed unacceptable?
In what situation would a bid submission be deemed unacceptable?
What is the purpose of a bid bulletin?
What is the purpose of a bid bulletin?
What documentation is required for the award notice?
What documentation is required for the award notice?
How long is the typical timeframe for the implementation of a contract after the award?
How long is the typical timeframe for the implementation of a contract after the award?
Study Notes
Pre-Bid Conference
- Conducted at a specified time to discuss technical and financial aspects of the bid and eligibility requirements.
- Any statements made during this conference can modify bidding documents only if documented as formal amendments.
Receipt and Opening of Bids
- Bids are opened by the Bids and Awards Committee (BAC) in the presence of bidders or their representatives.
- All BAC members present must initial each page of the original copies of each eligible bid.
Bid Evaluation
- Involves a preliminary examination of bids to assess eligibility, documentation, and pricing.
- An Abstract of Bids is prepared, ranking total bid prices from lowest to highest.
- Evaluation report is generated based on the review.
Awarding of Contract
- Resolution to Award and Notice to Award prepared and approved by the BAC and its Secretariat.
- Notice to Award is issued to the bidder, followed by posting the Performance Security.
Implementation of Contract
- Contract signing occurs after the Notice to Proceed is issued to the winning bidder.
- Delivery of goods/services is mandated as specified in the contract, followed by final inspection and acceptance.
Advertising Process
- Begins with an invitation to bid, detailing the type of work, location, and timeline for the bid opening.
- Invitations may be distributed via mail or public media such as newspapers or PhilGEPS website.
Qualification of Contractors
- Contractors' capabilities assessed based on experience, financial resources, integrity, personnel, and equipment.
- Prequalification restricts bidding to only capable contractors, while post-qualification verifies the low bidder's qualifications before contract award.
Bidding Documents
- Construction documents include written and graphic materials for project design and contract administration.
- Common-use supplies are categorized based on daily operational requirements of procurement entities.
Competitive Bidding Process
- Open to any interested party and includes advertisement, pre-bid conference, eligibility screening, bid receipt and opening, evaluation, post-qualification, and contract award.
Notice to Proceed
- The procurements for small goods, infrastructure projects, and consulting services may not require a pre-procurement conference if they fall below specified cost thresholds.
Contents of Invitation to Bid
- Should outline project descriptions, evaluation criteria, deadlines, ABC (Approved Budget for the Contract), funding sources, contract durations, and contact information for bidding entities.
Electronic Bid Submission
- Bidding documents must clarify if electronic submission and receipt of bids are permitted by the procuring entity.
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Test your knowledge on the regulations regarding small procurements, including thresholds for goods, infrastructure projects, and consulting services. This quiz covers key concepts and requirements in the bidding process.
