The city government here is set to launch a Swiss challenge for the multi-billion development of the famous Manokan Country to promote local food tourism.<\/p>\n
As of Tuesday, preparations are underway for the publication of a notice inviting interested companies to challenge the unsolicited proposal of property giant SM Prime Holdings, Inc. amounting to PHP4.5 billion.<\/p>\n
Mayor Alfredo Abelardo Benitez said the rehabilitation of the Manokan Country, a row of food stalls mainly serving charcoal-grilled chicken or chicken inasal, through public-private partnership is an innovation aimed to enhance economic governance and fiscal management.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s for publication. We have already finished all the provisions of the agreement. We have a successful negotiation. It will be put in publication to see if there is a challenger,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
Earlier this year, SM Prime presented to the city government a revised unsolicited proposal for the development of the Manokan Country together with the adjacent Vendors\u2019 Plaza located at the Reclamation Area.<\/p>\n
Benitez said a lot needs to be improved and upgraded at the Manokan Country, including the physical venue itself, the kitchens, and the restrooms.<\/p>\n
\u201cAll the development will be geared towards making it a tourist destination. We know for a fact that Manokan Country is the pride and joy of the city and we would like to elevate it to be more viable,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
Republic Act 7718, which amended RA 6957, provides that \u201cunsolicited proposals for projects may be accepted by any government agency or local government unit on a negotiated basis.\u201d<\/p>\n
Under the Swiss challenge system, third parties are allowed to make better offers or challenges for a project during a designated period, and the original proponent has the right to counter or match any superior offers. (PNA)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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