CITY OF NAGA

Naga to send clearing team; calls for aid for storm-ravaged Catanduanes

Web Master — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 09:00:16 +0000

NAGA CITY – The City Government will send a clearing to the island-province of Catanduanes, which was ravaged by ST “Pepito” (Man-Yi) as it made first landfall Saturday evening (No. 16, 2024).

In its official Facebook page, the Naga City Government, through Mayor Nelson S. Legacion, announced it would send a team to Catanduanes to support clearing operations in the island’s devastated areas. In the statement dated November 17, the City leadership cited the help received by Naga from fellow Bicolanos in the aftermath of Typhoon Kristine.

Mayor Legacion also appealed to Naga residents for donations to the victims of ST Pepito in Catanduanes, which he said could be channeled through the city government as well as other organizations and institutions that have similar efforts.

Meanwhile, the suspension of classes as well as work in government and private sectors have been lifted. Clearing operations in the city also continue.

Naga City IT-BPM Industry Charts Big Moves to 2028

Web Master — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 19:14:36 +0000

The Naga City IT-BPM Industry Roadmap Planning Session brought together key stakeholders to chart the city’s vision of being the IT-BPM hub of South Luzon. The event began with Mr. Reuel Oliver, Executive Director of the Investment and Tourism Promotions Office, sharing the city’s targeted goal: 28,000 direct IT-BPM jobs by 2028.

Guest facilitator Mr. Jomari Mercado, Digital Cities Program Consultant with extensive experience in the IT-BPM industry, provided an update on the sector’s growth potential. He emphasized that despite challenges from global competition and emerging technologies, the industry remains well-positioned for expansion.

The Investment and Tourism Promotions Office presented data on Naga City’s talent availability, infrastructure, cost, and business environment which are key metrics that shape the city’s strategic goals. This information provided participants with a solid foundation for further discussions and planning.

In a show of support, Mayor Nelson Legacion shared his commitment to Naga’s vision as an IT-BPM hub, emphasizing the city’s readiness to collaborate with stakeholders to create jobs, improve infrastructure, and foster industry growth. Moreover, Atty. Leni Robredo echoed the transformative impact of the IT-BPM sector in Naga, underscoring how it drives economic growth and sustainable employment.

The workshop, led by Mr. Jomari Mercado, featured a landscape assessment exercise in which participants—including IT-BPM firms, locators, utility providers, and other key stakeholders—conducted a SWOT analysis of the local IT-BPM landscape. A strategic gap analysis was also performed to evaluate the current state, identify actionable steps, and define responsible parties and implementation timelines.

The outcomes and insights from the session will shape the Naga City IT-BPM Industry Roadmap, a foundational guide that will drive the city and its industry partners toward realizing the shared vision and creating substantial economic impact for the city.

The outcomes and insights from the session will shape the Naga City IT-BPM Industry Roadmap, a foundational guide which will be developed with the support of DICT. This roadmap will drive the city and its industry partners toward realizing the shared vision and creating substantial economic impact for Naga.

Written by: Krizia Coronel (ITPO)
Photos by: ITPO

General Curfew in effect in Naga City (Update: now lifted)

Web Master — Sat, 16 Nov 2024 06:35:48 +0000

Authorities make the rounds in Naga City barangays to inform the public on the general curfew which was implemented 12 noon November 16, as part of safety measures in connection with Typhoon Pepito.

UPDATE: As of this morning of 17 November, the General Curfew has been lifted in view of the improving weather conditions. The public is advised to stay vigilant and observe precautionary measures. Details here.

NAGA CITY – As part of safety measures in connection with Typhoon Pepito (MAN-YI), a General Curfew has been imposed in the city through a Memorandum Order issued November 16, 2024, by City Mayor Nelson S. Legacion and will be in effect from 12:00 noon of the same day until further notice.

Under the memorandum, the following measures will be strictly implemented:

All residents are required to remain inside their homes or evacuation centers for their safety.
All private establishments are directed to suspend operations during the curfew period.
The operation of all vehicles, except those used for emergency response and essential services, is strictly prohibited.

This curfew excludes responding personnel from Incident Management Teams and members of the CDRRMC and barangay disaster risk reduction and Management Councils (BDRRMCs).

Meanwhile, classes in all levels in both private and public schools were suspended effective 1:00 pm of November 14, 2024 to give schools, officials, faculty and students ample time to prepare for Typhoon Pepito. Work in government and private sectors was also suspended effective 12:00 noon of November 15 until further notice.

Images of the relevant orders are attached below. For updates, please follow the official Facebook Page of the Naga City Government.

Supply and Delivery of 2 Units of Brand-New Mass Transport Vehicles, CRN 2024-043

Ansel Maño — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 11:12:53 +0000

The City Government of Naga, through the CDRRMC Resolution No. 2024-005, invites bids from interested suppliers for the Supply and Delivery of 2 Units of Brand-New Mass Transport Vehicles, intended for pre-emptive evacuation and deployment of vulnerable residents during calamities. The Approved Budget for the Contract (ABC) is PHP 3,195,800.00 (Three Million One Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand Eight Hundred Pesos), with the Project/Contract Reference Number 2024-043. Bidders are reminded that bids exceeding the ABC will be automatically rejected at the bid opening.

PBD-2024-043

Supply and Delivery of 2 Brand-New 6-Wheeler Dump Trucks, CRN 2024-042

Ansel Maño — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 11:04:20 +0000

he City Government of Naga, through CDRRMC Resolution No. 2024-005, intends to allocate the sum of Ten Million Two Hundred Seventy Thousand Pesos ₱10,270,000.00 as the Approved Budget for the Contract (ABC) for payments under the contract for the Supply and Delivery of 2 Brand-new 6-Wheeler Dump Trucks for use in the SWMO garbage collection operations. The Project/Contract Reference Number is 2024-042. Bids received more than the ABC shall be automatically rejected at bid opening.

CRN 2024-042

Supply and Delivery of Well-Milled Rice, CRN 2024-040

Ansel Maño — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 07:11:15 +0000

The City Government of Naga, through the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) – Sanggawadan Welfare Goods account, intends to allocate the sum of Two Million Six Hundred Sixty-Three Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty-Seven and 50/100 (PHP 2,663,887.50) Pesos. This amount represents the Approved Budget for the Contract (ABC) and will be used for payments under the contract for the Supply and Delivery of Well-Milled Rice. The purpose of this contract is to provide food supplies to Sanggawadan Beneficiaries for Quarter 4 of 2024. The Project/Contract Reference Number for this procurement is 2024-040. Please note that bids exceeding the ABC will be automatically rejected at the bid opening.

PBD-2024-040

Supply and Delivery of Electrical Lights and Streetlight Components (1 Lot), CRN 2024-038

Ansel Maño — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 07:06:46 +0000

The City Government of Naga, through the Local Development Fund account, intends to allocate the sum of One Million Seven Hundred Eighty-Five Thousand Eight Hundred (PHP 1,785,800.00) Pesos. This amount represents the Approved Budget for the Contract (ABC). It will be utilized for payments under the contract for the Supply and Delivery of Electrical Lights and Streetlight Components (1 Lot). These items are intended for use in upgrading and modernizing the city streetlights in all city schools. The Project/Contract Reference Number for this
procurement is 2024-038. Please note that bids exceeding the ABC will be automatically rejected at the bid opening.

PBD-2024-038

NCGH Dialysis Center, CRN 009639-2024-01

Ansel Maño — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 05:45:52 +0000

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION: INFRASTRUCTURE
(Negotiated Procurement-Small Value Procurement)

The City Government of Naga (CGN), through its Bids and Awards Committee (BAC), hereby invites all interested contractors, to quote their lowest price on the project stated below, subject to the Terms of Reference (TOR) and submit the same duly signed by their authorized representative not later than 3:00PM on Monday, November 4, 2024, at the City Procurement Office, City Hall Compound, J. Miranda Avenue, Naga City. Opening of sealed bids will be at 3:00PM on the same day.

Name of Project and Location: NCGH DIALYSIS CENTER, Naga City General Hospital, Bgy. Balatas, Naga City
Contract Reference Number: 009639-2024-01
Approved Budget for the Contract: P 986,800.00

RFQ-009639-2024-01

Naga City startup Agrabah wins ASEAN Blue Innovation Challenge

Web Master — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 05:02:17 +0000

Agrabah Ventures, a Naga City-based startup, has been named one of the ASEAN Blue Innovation Challenge (ABIC) winners for its groundbreaking initiative, EcoBlue: Agrabah’s Seaweed Initiative for Carbon Neutrality.

With a $38,000 award from the Government of Japan and endorsed by UNDP and ACCMSME, Agrabah will pilot a sustainable seaweed farming value chain, empowering coastal communities through eco-friendly practices and carbon sequestration.

Agrabah’s initiative is tackling two major issues coastal communities face: economic instability and environmental degradation. By establishing a sustainable seaweed farming system, the company aims to uplift local farmers while leveraging seaweed’s natural ability to sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The project will create new economic opportunities for farmers and help mitigate climate change through eco-friendly practices.

Supply, Delivery, and Installation of Backup Enterprise, Proxy and Immutable Servers, and Other ICT Equipment (2 Lots) , CRN 2024-036

Ansel Maño — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 23:26:05 +0000

The City Government of Naga, through the Local Development Fund account, intends to apply the sum of Two Million Three Hundred Thirteen Thousand (P 2,313,000.00) Pesos, being the Approved Budget for the Contract (ABC), to payments under the contract for the Supply, Delivery, and Installation of Backup Enterprise, Proxy and Immutable Servers and Other ICT Equipment (2 Lots), with Project/Contract Reference Number: 2024-036. Bids received in excess of the ABC shall be automatically rejected at bid opening.

PBD-2024-036

Bid Bulletin:

bid bulletin-10-21-2024-ICT