‘Lowest bid’ no sure win under new law

View in browser   |   Shop Inquirer July 21,  2024 Good day.  Here are the most important news stories that you need to know. 'Lowest bid' no sure win under new gov't procurement law President Marcos says the new law intends to give Filipinos the best value for their money in purchasing supplies for government operations. What is most 'economically advantageous,' not the lowest bid, will be chosen. Observers expect an improved procurement system, especially if it includes a provision requiring a registry of the ultimate beneficial owners of bidding entities. By Julie Aurelio Comelec forms task force vs media stunts To protect the sanctity of elections and the integrity of the Commission on Elections (Comelec), the poll body launched a new task force to combat disinformation, misinformation and malinformation, including those committed using artificial intelligence (AI) and deepfakes. By Jerome Aning RESCUE EFFORT This rough-toothed dolphin that got stranded in Lingayen Gulf underwent rehabilitation for 51 days in the care of volunteers from the PMMSN before being released back to sea on August 21, 2018. — Photo from Philippine Marine Mammal Stranding Network Like this email? Forward it to your friends and let them know that they can sign up here. Baguio press pillar writes 30 BAGUIO CITY—When its final pages rolled out and the lights at its printing press were switched off for the last time this weekend, the Baguio Midland Courier (BMC) wrote 30 on 77 years of community journalism which its founders began shortly after World War II. By Vincent Cabreza OPINION Unfriendly to PWDs​ This assurance remains as mere lip service if government agencies like the MMDA remain oblivious to the needs of PWDs and consider the construction of an unsafe ramp that fails to meet standards as compliance with the President's commitment—and expect the public to be grateful.​ Inquirer Editorial Try Inquirer Plus. Inquirer Plus is the digital version of the Philippine Daily Inquirer. Register for a 30-day trial for free to get access to Inquirer's fearless reporting, app-exclusive stories, and archives. REGISTER NOW Hi Edward. Have feedback? We're happy to hear it. Give Suggestions newsletter@inquirer.com.ph © 2024 PHILIPPINE DAILY INQUIRER, Barangay La Paz, Makati City, Philippines You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to Inquirer Newsletters. Unsubscribe anytime