By Rachel Magday
NUEVA VIZCAYA, Philippines — Governor Atty. Jose V. Gambito on Monday, November 24, led the blessing of 11 newly procured heavy equipment units for the Provincial Local Government Unit (PLGU).
The short rite, held immediately after the Monday Flag Raising Ceremony, was attended by provincial officials and department heads.
Provincial Engineer Jerry A. Tan reported that the new units consist of:
• 4 units – 4×2 Hino 500-series dump trucksWinning bid total: ₱23,980,000
• 1 unit – Develon DL250-7M wheel loader- ₱13,998,000
• 2 units – SDLG G9165F graders-₱21,990,000
• 2 units – Volvo EW145B Prime wheel-type excavators-₱26,990,000
• 1 unit – UD Truck Quester CWE 410 self-loading unit-₱17,995,000
• 1 unit – Shantui SD22Z crawler-type bulldozer-₱18,998,000
Gov. Gambito said the acquisition will significantly boost the province’s capability in road construction and maintenance, disaster response, and other public works operations.
The blessing, held right after the flag ceremony, was meant to dedicate the units to public service and to pray for the safety of all personnel who will operate them in the years ahead.
