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Dizon Orders Immediate Rectification Of Defective Flood Control Projects
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Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon has ordered contractors to immediately repair flood control projects found to be defective or not compliant with required standards.
According to reports, the affected projects were identified following inspections and validation activities by DPWH. Under existing DPWH contracts, contractors are bound by a “guarantee provision,” which requires them to correct any deficiencies at their own expense.
Several contractors have reportedly expressed willingness to undertake the necessary repairs in accordance with their contractual obligations.
Meanwhile, DPWH is also reviewing discrepancies involving certain projects in Bulacan that were previously reported as “ghost projects” due to incorrect grid coordinates reflected in official records.
Grid coordinates are used to identify the precise location of infrastructure projects on maps and monitoring systems. Based on DPWH joint inspections conducted on site, some of the projects were confirmed to be physically present and operational. However, inaccuracies in the submitted location data caused confusion during validation.
The department is continuing its verification of records and documentation to correct any data errors and clarify the status of the affected projects.
According to reports, the affected projects were identified following inspections and validation activities by DPWH. Under existing DPWH contracts, contractors are bound by a “guarantee provision,” which requires them to correct any deficiencies at their own expense.
Several contractors have reportedly expressed willingness to undertake the necessary repairs in accordance with their contractual obligations.
Meanwhile, DPWH is also reviewing discrepancies involving certain projects in Bulacan that were previously reported as “ghost projects” due to incorrect grid coordinates reflected in official records.
Grid coordinates are used to identify the precise location of infrastructure projects on maps and monitoring systems. Based on DPWH joint inspections conducted on site, some of the projects were confirmed to be physically present and operational. However, inaccuracies in the submitted location data caused confusion during validation.
The department is continuing its verification of records and documentation to correct any data errors and clarify the status of the affected projects.
Feb 13, 2026
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