CERTIFICATION OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (S&T) FOUNDATIONS
Science, technology, and innovation (STI)-oriented non-stock, non-profit organization (NSPO) including private and public foundations, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are certified for tax exemption purposes as mandated by the Republic Act (RA) No. 2067 (Science Act of 1958) and pursuant to RA No. 8424 or the National Internal Revenue Code and Tax Reform Act of 1997.
Citizen’s Charter
| Office or Division | S&T Foundation Unit Office of the Undersecretary for Regional Operations |
|---|---|
| Classification | Highly Technical |
| Type of Transaction | G2C, G2B |
| Who may avail | NSPOs including private and public foundations, and NGOs duly registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) engaged in, and whose funds are dedicated to scientific pursuits |
Checklist of Requirements
| Checklist of Requirements | Where to Secure |
|---|---|
| One (1) original and one (1) electronic copies: 1. Letter of intent to apply as a DOST-certified S&T Foundation addressed to the Department Secretary; |
From applicant in any format/template |
| 2. Accomplished affidavit of application (SFU 0015 form) filed under oath before a notary public or a competent officer or person authorized by law; | https://sfu.dost.gov.ph/ |
| 3. Certified true copies of the applicant’s most recent: a. General Information Sheet (GIS); b. Articles of Incorporation (AOI); c. By-Laws (BL); d. Certificate of registration of AOI and BL, and amendments, if there are any, issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC); e. Updated list of working staff; | From applicant following the format prescribed by SEC; From applicant in any format/template |
| 4. Portfolio of S&T programs, projects, and activities (PPAs) with proposed budget for a period of three (3) years signed by the Executive Director or equivalent officer of the applicant foundation, accomplished using the DOST-approved and prescribed forms (SFU 001 and 002); | https://sfu.dost.gov.ph/ |
| 5. Certification of funds availability to implement the submitted PPAs signed by the budget officer or any equivalent personnel, and the head of the organization; | From applicant in any format/template |
Processing Steps
| Client Steps | Agency Actions | Fees to be Paid | Processing Time | Person Responsible |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Submit complete application requirements | 1.1. Receive submitted application requirements | NONE | 2 hours | Personnel, Records Management Section DOST-CO |
1.2. Evaluate application 1.2.1. Prequalification of the application 1.2.2. Technical Panel Evaluation 1.2.3. Site visitation and validation 1.2.4. Submission of consolidated evaluation reports |
NONE | 17 days | Personnel DOST-SFU Technical Panel Evaluators DOST-SFU |
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| 1.3. Review and endorse evaluation reports for DOST certification | NONE | 1 day | Undersecretary for Regional Operations DOST-CO |
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| 1.4. Act on the endorsement for DOST certification | NONE | 1 day | Secretary DOST-CO |
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| 1.5. Inform applicant of the result of the application and the next course of action | NONE | 2 hours | Personnel DOST-SFU |
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| 2. Secure Order of Payment | 2.1. Prepare Order of Payment for the Registration Fee | NONE | 1 hour | Accountant DOST-CO |
| 3. Pay Registration Fee | 3.1. Issue Official Receipt (OR) for payment of Registration Fee | Php 3,000.00 | 1 hour | Personnel, Cashier and Disbursement Section DOST-CO |
| 4. Claim DOST Certificate | 4.1. Receive the following from the applicant: a. Signed notification letter; In case a representative will claim the certificate, submit additional requirements: a. Authorization letter signed by addressee; and |
NONE | 2 hours | Personnel DOST-SFU |
| TOTAL | Php 3,000.00 | 20 days | ||