MANILA, Philippines — Former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) district engineer Henry Alcantara of the Bulacan First District Engineering Office testified on Monday, June 23, 2026, about the existence of 'in-house' contractors in his former office.
Alcantara, appearing before a House of Representatives committee, stated that these contractors were allegedly favored for infrastructure projects, bypassing standard bidding processes. He provided details on how the system operated within the Bulacan office.
The testimony is part of a broader investigation into alleged corruption in the DPWH. Committee members questioned Alcantara on specific projects and the involvement of higher officials. No other witnesses have been named publicly as of this report.
The DPWH has not issued an official response to Alcantara's claims. The investigation is ongoing, with further hearings expected in the coming weeks.
