The PS-DBM or the Procurement Service – Department of Budget and Management is an attached agency of the DBM. The Procurement Service (PS) is not the Department of Budget and Management (DBM). It is an agency separate and distinct from the DBM.
As per Rappler Website, PS was created through Letter of Instruction (LOI) No. 755 in 1978, with the primary task of implementing the central procurement system for the use of other government agencies. Since LOI No. 755, PS has functioned as a grocery for common-use items, so that agencies could buy these from them at a low price without having to look for suppliers themselves. Examples of common-use supplies are paper, ballpens, and ink cartridges. Items such as mid-range desktops, laptops, and even USB flash drives are also part of PS’ virtual store. In March 2020, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, medical supplies, like alcohol, sanitizers, face masks, and personal protective equipment, were added to the list of common-use items that the PS could sell to other government agencies. Aside from these, PS also manages the Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System, also known as PhilGEPS, where bid opportunities and information on suppliers and contracted goods, consulting services, and civil work projects are posted. PS also conducts price surveys that could be used by agencies. Since 1978, PS was placed under the administrative supervision of the DBM. In 2019, claims that the DBM was a “super bidding body” were made. The Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB) had to clarify that PS is a separate entity from the DBM. Thus, the DBM supposedly does not interfere with the day-to-day operations of PS.
PS-DBM strives to create a fair, transparent and competitive procurement environment where quality goods and services are delivered. It aim to consistently provide smart, innovative, and sustainable procurement solutions that meet stakeholder expectations and that comply with statutory requirements. PS-DBM strives to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our quality management systems and develop highly competent supply chain professionals. Procurement Service is envisioned to be the trusted and preferred procurement partner of the public sector in the Philippines providing smart procurement solutions.
The PS is the organization responsible for the strategic definition of the PhilGEPS and its management. The PS Executive Director assumes overall responsibility for all activities of the PhilGEPS and provides direction, general supervision and control over the work of all employees. The day-to-day operational management responsibilities rests with the PhilGEPS Group, a unit lead by a PhilGEPS Director who reports to the Executive Director of the PS. The Executive Director of the PS and the PhilGEPS Director are interdependently responsible for planning, organizing, leading and controlling the PhilGEPS operations while the Secretary of the DBM provides overall leadership. The PS-DBM acts as the buying agent of other government agencies in the procurement of common-use supplies, materials, and equipment. For this purpose, government agencies “remit in advance to the Procurement Service the funds needed to service their requirements for supplies, materials and equipment.” The PS-DBM holds these funds in trust for the remitting government agency.
The Procurement Service – DBM (PS-DBM) has a work environment that upholds diversity, embraces change, and provides multitude opportunities to every team member. As they continue to move forward, they are seeking highly skilled professionals to take them even further.
One (1) Administrative Aide IV (Driver II) (SG4/Php 14,993 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Elementary school graduate
- Training: None required
- Work Experience: None required
- Eligibility: Professional Driver’s License
- Place of Assignment: Office of the Director – PhilGEPS, PhilGEPS Office New Manila, Quezon City
Three (3) Information Technology Officer III (SG24/Php 88,410 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Master’s Degree or Certificate of Leadership/Management from the CSC
- Training: 40 hours in management and supervision
- Work Experience: 4 years in management and supervision
- Eligibility: None required
- Place of Assignment:
- IT Research & Planning, PhilGEPS Office New Manila, Quezon City
- E-Gov Procurement Dev’t & Operations, PhilGEPS Office New Manila, Quezon City
- IT Services, PS-DBM Manila
One (1) Information Systems Analyst III (SG19/Php 49,835 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: 8 hours relevant training
- Work Experience: 2 years relevant experience
- Eligibility: None required
- Place of Assignment: IT Research & Planning, PhilGEPS Office New Manila, Quezon City
One (1) Information Systems Researcher III (SG17/Php 41,508 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: 4 hours relevant training
- Work Experience: 1 year relevant experience
- Eligibility: None required
- Place of Assignment: IT Research & Planning, PhilGEPS Office New Manila, Quezon City
One (1) Information Systems Researcher II (SG14/Php 32,321 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: None required
- Work Experience: None required
- Eligibility: None required
- Place of Assignment: IT Research & Planning, PhilGEPS Office New Manila, Quezon City
Two (2) Information Technology Officer II (SG22/Php 69,963 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: 16 hours relevant training
- Work Experience: 3 years relevant experience
- Eligibility: None required
- Place of Assignment:
- E-Gov Procurement Dev’t & Operations, PhilGEPS Office New Manila, Quezon City
- IT Services, PS-DBM Manila
One (1) Information Technology Officer I (SG19/Php 49,835 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: 8 hours relevant training
- Work Experience: 2 years relevant experience
- Eligibility: None required
- Place of Assignment: E-Gov Procurement Dev’t & Operations, PhilGEPS Office New Manila, Quezon City
Two (2) Information Systems Analyst II (SG16/Php 38,150 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: 4 hours relevant training
- Work Experience: 1 year relevant experience
- Eligibility: None required
- Place of Assignment:
- E-Gov Procurement Dev’t & Operations, PhilGEPS Office New Manila, Quezon City
- IT Services, PS-DBM Manila
Two (2) Information Systems Analyst I (SG12/Php 27,608 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: None required
- Work Experience: None required
- Eligibility: None required
- Place of Assignment: E-Gov Procurement Dev’t & Operations, PhilGEPS Office New Manila, Quezon City
Four (4) Computer Programmer II (SG15/Php 35,097 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: 4 hours relevant training
- Work Experience: 1 year relevant experience
- Eligibility: None required
- Place of Assignment: IT Services, PS-DBM Manila
One (1) Computer Maintenance Technologist II (SG15/Php 35,097 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: 4 hours relevant training
- Work Experience: 1 year relevant experience
- Eligibility: None required
- Place of Assignment: IT Services, PS-DBM Manila
One (1) Attorney V (SG25/Php 100,788 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor’s of Laws
- Training: 40 hours of supervisory/ management learning and development intervention
- Work Experience: 4 years of supervisory and management experience
- Eligibility: Appropriate (RA 1080) Bar/Board (for positions involving practice of profession)
- Place of Assignment: Legal Division, PS-DBM Manila
Two (2) Attorney III (SG21/Php 62,449 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor’s of Laws
- Training: 40 hours of supervisory/ management learning and development intervention
- Work Experience: 4 years of supervisory and management experience
- Eligibility: Appropriate (RA 1080) Bar/Board (for positions involving practice of profession)
- Place of Assignment: Legal Division, PS-DBM Manila
One (1) Executive Assistant IV (SG22/Php 69,963 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: 16 hours relevant training
- Work Experience: 3 years relevant experience
- Eligibility: None required
- Place of Assignment: Office of the Executive Director, PS-DBM Manila
One (1) Procurement Management Officer III (SG16/Php 38,150 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: 4 hours relevant training
- Work Experience: 1 year relevant experience
- Eligibility: None required
- Place of Assignment: Marketing and Sales, PS-DBM Manila
Important Notes
1. Applicants who wish to apply must accomplished the PS-DBM Online Applicant Profile Reference through https://forms.gle/cH9Bb7aB9Qi2LPdY9 not later than 15 August 2022.
FOR HIRING the following documents must be attached/submitted:
- Application letter (indicating the position and place of assignment where the vacancy exists);
Addressed to:
JOSE RAFAEL M. MAGNO
OIC-Div. Chief, HRDD
Procurement Service - DBM
RR Road, Cristobal St., Paco, Manila
- Resume (with character reference);
- Duly Notarized Personal Data Sheet (PDS) -2017 revised form with recent passport size (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm) picture with complete and handwritten name tag and signature over printed name. (Please see Guide to Filling out the PDS for reference);
- Work Experience Sheet;
- Copy of Transcript of Records (TOR);
- Authenticated Copy of Certificate of Eligibility/ PRC License;
- Most recent performance rating/IPCR,IPAR;
- Copy of Employment Certificates with actual duties and responsibilities;
- Copy of Training Certificates;
- Data Privacy Consent form; and
- Background Investigation Waiver
FOR PROMOTION the following documents must be attached/submitted:
- Application letter (indicating the position and place of assignment where the vacancy exists);
Addressed to:
JOSE RAFAEL M. MAGNO
OIC-Div. Chief, HRDD
Procurement Service - DBM
RR Road, Cristobal St., Paco, Manila
- Duly Accomplished Personal Data Sheet (PDS) -2017 revised form with recent passport size (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm) picture with complete and handwritten name tag and signature over printed name. (notarized or duly signed by the person administering oath);
- Work Experience Sheet;
- Copy of Employment Certificates with actual duties and responsibilities (for applicants applying for Salary Grade 22 and higher);
- Copy of Training Certificates;
2. The applicants must complete the PS-DBM Online Applicant Profile Reference and submit one (1) set documentary requirements per position.
3. Applications for three (3) multiple positions is allowed provided that the applicant complies with the required qualification standards and should specifically identify the positions being applied to.
4. Vacant positions are open to all qualified applicants regardless of age, gender, civil status, disability, religion, ethnicity, social status, income, class, political affiliation or other similar factors/personal circumstances which run counter to the principle of merit and fitness of the job and equal employment opportunity.
5. Candidates are subject to further screening through qualifications assessment, written examination, interview and background check.
6. Hard copies of the documentary requirements may be requested anytime during the hiring process.
APPLICATIONS WITH INCOMPLETE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE ENTERTAINED.
Mandates of PS-DBM
- Operation of a government-wide procurement system.
- Price monitoring of common use supplies, materials and equipment.
- Identification of supplies, materials and such other items, including equipment and construction materials, which can be economically purchased through centralized procurement and which is within the scope of its activity.
- Identification of the sources of supply which are able to offer the best prices, terms and other conditions for items procured by the government.
- Continuous evaluation, development and enhancement of its procurement system, coverage and procedure.
- Management and maintenance of the Government Electronic Procurement System or the PhilGEPS
Procurement Service – DBM is committed to: (i) Procure quality government requirements efficiently and economically from reputable sources. (ii) Provide excellent customer service responsive to the needs of its stakeholders. (iii) Foster integrity and a fair, transparent, and competitive environment in procurement. (iv) Develop its human capital as the country’s leading procurement and supply chain professionals. (v) Ensure stable, progressive, and sustainable operations. (vi) Introduce and sustain smart and innovative products and procurement solutions.
Source: Procurement Service - Philgeps
