The Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (PCAB) on Thursday expressed concern over reports of irregularities in the licensing and accreditation of contractors, saying the integrity of its system is a top priority.
“PCAB licenses are not for sale. The Board has not authorized any individual, group, or third-party consultant to act on its behalf or to guarantee contractor accreditation in exchange for money,” the board said in a statement.
PCAB is referring to the issue of individuals and entities on social media misrepresenting themselves as PCAB personnel and offering “shortcuts” for a fee. The board said it has been investigating these cases, reporting fake social media accounts and coordinating with authorities to protect the public and the industry.
The agency urged contractors and the public to be vigilant and to transact only through official PCAB channels, such as its website or portal. Any suspicious offers or misrepresentations should be reported for appropriate action, it said.
PCAB also reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the highest standards in contractor licensing in the Philippines and pledged full cooperation with any investigation, promising to provide records for verification to ensure full transparency and public trust.
