Letter of Instructions No. 275
[ 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 1. Shoes, all including rubber shoes 2. Socks for boots with military specifications 3. Briefs and Drawers 4. Belts 5. Buckle 6. Undershirts, sando and T-shirts 7. Handkerchiefs, white and OD 8. Bush Hat. Lousy Hat 9. Tailoring of uniforms 10. Steel Helmet and Liner Helmet 11. Belt Suspender 12. Jungle Pack 13. Ammo Belt 14. Canteen Cup with cover 15. Meat Can 16. Spoons 17. Knives 18. Waving Equipment 19. Shelter Halves 20. Rain Coat 21. Poncho 22. Entrenching-Tools 23. 60mm Ammo Carrier 24. Duffle Bag 25. Laundry Bag 26. Squad Tent 27. Blanket, heavy wave 28. Mat Canvass29. Bed, single 30. Bed, double deck 31. Bed, cot 32. Such other items of similar nature as may later be determined by the Secretary of National Defense.