Romblon State University warns vs unauthorized solicitation
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Romblon State University (RSU) has warned its suppliers, contractors, service providers and other stakeholders against individuals allegedly soliciting money, gifts, favors or other benefits while invoking the name or association of the state university.
In an Aug. 27 official statement, RSU said it had received reports of alleged solicitation activities involving individuals who purportedly approached entities doing business or seeking to do business with the university.
The university stressed that unauthorized solicitation from its suppliers, contractors, partners and stakeholders is strictly prohibited.
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“No official, employee, representative, or other individual has authority to use the name, office, position, influence, or institutional relationship of Romblon State University to seek personal favors or benefits,” RSU said.
The university said its policy is anchored on Republic Acts No. 6713 and 3019, as well as Presidential Decree 46, which prohibit public officials and employees from soliciting or receiving gifts, favors or benefits connected with their official duties or government transactions.
RSU also cited Republic Act No 12009 (the New Government Procurement Act) , which promotes transparency, accountability, integrity and professionalism in government procurement.
The university urged suppliers, contractors, partners and other stakeholders to immediately report anyone soliciting money, gifts, contributions, favors or other benefits while claiming to represent RSU, a university official or any university office.
It also advised complainants to preserve evidence, including messages, screenshots, names, contact details, receipts and other information that could help in the verification and investigation of reports.
RSU said it would promptly investigate complaints brought to its attention. University officials or employees found liable, after due process, would face appropriate action under university rules, civil service regulations and existing laws.
Cases may also be referred to the proper authorities for administrative, civil or criminal action, when warranted.
“RSU remains firm in protecting the integrity of its transactions and procurement processes,” it said, calling on its community and partners to help safeguard transparency, accountability and public trust in all transactions involving the university. INQ
