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[ LETTER OF INSTRUCTIONS NO. 275, May 09, 1975 ]
TO : The Secretary of National Defense Camp General Emilio Aguinaldo Quezon City In order to improve the DND-AFP Procurement System as it pertains to common items needed by the Armed Forces of the Philippines, and as an exception to the provisions of Executive Order No. 298, s-40, you are authorized to enter into government contracts, medium or long-term, for the purpose of furnishing supplies, materials and equipment to the Armed Forces of the Philippines through negotiation as a mode of procurement. It is understood that this exception is applicable only to the procurement of common items that are required in the Armed Forces, a list is hereby attached. In this connection, rules and regulations shall be promulgated to govern implementation of this letter of instructions. List of Common Items Shoes, all including rubber shoes Socks for boots with military specifications Briefs and Drawers Belts Buckle Undershirts, sando and T-shirts Handkerchiefs, white and OD Bush Hat. Lousy Hat Tailoring of uniforms Steel Helmet and Liner Helmet Belt Suspender Jungle Pack Ammo Belt Canteen Cup with cover Meat Can Spoons Knives Waving Equipment Shelter Halves Rain Coat Poncho Entrenching-Tools 60mm Ammo Carrier Duffle Bag Laundry Bag Squad Tent Blanket, heavy wave Mat Canvass Bed, single Bed, double deck Bed, cot Such other items of similar nature as may later be determined by the Secretary of National Defense. SOURCE: CD ASIA