Section 37Sec./Art. 37

Direct Procurement for Science, Technology and Innovation. - A mode of procurement where the Procuring Entity may procure the following goods and service directly from a legally, technically and financially capable manufacturer or supplier, or from a qualified startup business:

(a) Supplies, materials, equipment, and related services to be used actually, exclusively, and directly in the conduct of research and development projects or activities;

(b) Goods which include products of a commissioned task by a Procuring Entity which were processed, developed, and manufactured in satisfaction of its needs and requirements. These include: (1) pre-commercial goods and services that involve early market engagement to stimulate the development of new goods and services that meet specific government need; and (2) goods to be manufactured by qualified startup businesses alongside the thrust to develop and support new and startup businesses.

Unless otherwise indicated in a written agreement, the intellectual property rights and ownership over the commissioned goods developed and manufactured pursuant to this provision shall belong to the Procuring Entity, and no manufacturing or sale thereof can be performed by the supplier; and

(c) Other goods analogous to the foregoing.

The GPPB, in coordination with the National Innovation Council (NIC), shall develop procurement policies encompassing the entire research, innovation, and enterprise ecosystem. To foster innovation, relevant government agencies shall expedite the release of goods used in and documents necessary for science, technology, and innovation.