QUEZON City 1st District Rep. Juan Carlos Atayde said on Tuesday that technology will improve the government’s acquisition process through Republic Act 12009, or the Government Procurement Reform Act (GPRA).
“Legislation must evolve with the times. The Government Procurement Reform Act ensures that our procurement processes are not just efficient but also maximize existing and emerging technologies,” Atayde, one of the authors of the bill, said in a statement.
The bill was signed into law by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Saturday.
Actor and Quezon City 1st District Representative Juan Carlos ‘Arjo’ Atayde CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Atayde said that the measure embodies forward-thinking reforms that harness the power of technology to improve governance and public service.
The GPRA mandates the creation of an electronic marketplace that would digitize the procurement of commonly used equipment.
It allows proper market scoping, supply positioning, as well as direct acquisition and competitive dialogue.
Under the law, the period of action on procurement activities was reduced from 90 days to 60 days.
“This new law is about embracing technology to enhance transparency and accountability in government procurement. This is the kind of innovation our country needs to thrive,” Atayde said, adding good governance is not just about slogans but implementing smart solutions.
“The GPRA, I believe, is a step toward a more efficient and corruption-free government. This bill should just be the beginning, as we must continue to explore and implement technological advancements that can revolutionize and significantly improve our public services,” Atayde said.
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