The Ministry of Human Settlements and Development, the Housing Arm of the BARMM, meticulously assessed project plans, site development plans, and responded to inquiries of contractors for the new projects in the Special Geographic Area (SGA) in the pre-construction conference held at the MHSD Regional Office, Bangsamoro Government Center, Cotabato City on July 25, 2024.

The meeting centered on the construction of 100 housing units in the SGA, with 50 units planned for Brgy. Batulawan, Malidegao, funded under the General Appropriations Act of the Bangsamoro (GAAB) 2024, and the remaining 50 units with solar-powered water system (level 3) and entrance archway in Brgy. Pedtad, Old Kaabakan, funded under the Special Development Fund (SDF) 2022.

Hamzah A. Salik, SGA Provincial Director (PD), underscored the significance of seamless project execution.

“Every challenge has a solution, and that solution lies in understanding, coordination, and communication,” he expressed, affirming the Provincial Office’s dedication to working closely with the contractors in the completion of the projects.

Architect Abubakar Abdullah E. Pangadil presented the structural and architectural blueprints for both projects, offering a comprehensive overview of the design and specifications.

Engineer Ameer Kadil Baguiore on the other hand, elaborated on the billing checklist applicable for projects by contract, encompassing advance payment, progress billing, and final billing.

The GAAB project will be undertaken by J-1 Builders Corporation, while the SDF project will be managed by BAMEC Developer and General Contractor and Engineering.

Conducted by the Planning and Design Division in collaboration with the MHSD-SGA Provincial Office, the meeting concluded with both parties ensuring a shared understanding of all details before commencing construction.