DOH Malinao Treatment and Rehabilitation Center

27/02/2026

𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐛 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲

(Legazpi City, February 27, 2026) The Department of Health Malinao Treatment and Rehabilitation Center is set to expand its bed capacity from 150 to 200, with a long-term goal of reaching 300 beds before the end of the year.

The expansion comes in response to rising admissions and the increasing demand for rehabilitation services for Persons Who Use Drugs and individuals diagnosed with Substance Use Disorder across Albay and the Bicol Region.

Officials said the additional beds will help decongest existing wards, enhance patient monitoring, and improve the overall delivery of treatment programs.

To support the increased capacity, the project includes the construction of a two-storey Building “B” extension that will house an emergency room, detoxification facilities, male and female wards, isolation rooms, and quarters for medical and nursing personnel.

The infrastructure upgrade is designed to strengthen the center’s capability to manage both emergency cases and long-term residential treatment more efficiently.

Once completed, the expanded facility is expected to significantly boost the region’s capacity to address current and future public health needs related to substance use rehabilitation.

LGuazon, Albay PIO

25/02/2026

𝑴𝑻𝑹𝑺𝒆𝒆 | 𝑶𝒂𝒕𝒉-𝑻𝒂𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒐𝒏𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑵𝒆𝒘𝒍𝒚 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒎𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒇𝒇

A proud and meaningful day for the MTRC family as we celebrated the promotion of our staff through an oath taking ceremony last February 23,2026.

Warmest congratulations to the following:

1. Arlene Pontoya – Administrative Officer V
2. Mary Jean Borabo – Administrative Officer V
3. Darryl Kristian Mel Funelas– Administrative Officer III
4. Harvey Mejillano– Admin Assistant I
5. Fredierick Lodor– Medical Technologist II
6. Earl Concepcion - Admin Aide VI

Your promotions are the result of years of dedication, quiet hard work, and consistent commitment to public service. This achievement is not just a new title, but a recognition of your contribution to the Center’s mission.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our Chief of Hospital III, Dr. Fulbert Alec Gillego , for his strong leadership and continued support in strengthening our workforce. Thank you as well to our HR Section for efficiently facilitating the activity and ensuring smooth processing of documents, and to the HR Selection and Promotion Board for upholding a fair, transparent, and merit-based screening process.

May this milestone inspire you to lead with excellence, serve with compassion, and continue raising the standard of service at MTRC.

25/02/2026

𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐤𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝟐-𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐠 𝐧𝐚 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐬𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐨 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐚𝐩𝐫𝐮𝐛𝐚𝐝𝐨 𝐧𝐚 𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐠𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧

(Legazpi City, February 25, 2026) Pormal nang inaprubahan ng Sangguniang Panlalawigan ng Albay ang panukalang dalawang palapag na extension ng health facilities sa Malinao Treatment and Rehabilitation Center (MTRC).

Ito ay sa pamamagitan ng isinagawang joint committee hearing ng Committee on Public Works and Infrastructure, at Committee on Health and Social Services, na pinamumunuan nina 3rd District Board Member Engr. Emmanuel C. Ribaya, at 1st District Board Member Marian Caroline Ziga-So.

Sa naturang pagdinig, iprinisenta ng pamunuan ng MTRC ang panukalang dalawang palapag na gusali na paglalagyan ng emergency room, detox rooms, na may kompletong pasilidad kabilang ang pharmacy, nurse station, lobby/triage, ambulance drop-off, waiting area, ramp, common/PWD comfort rooms, at stretchers area sa lobby sa unang palapag.

Habang dalawa hanggang limang bed wards, nurse' quarters, dalawang isolation rooms, doctor's quarters, nurse station, linen room, storage room, at laundry area naman ang ilalagak sa ikalawang palapag.

Ayon Fulbert Alec R. Gillego, RMT, MD, MSPH, Chief-of-Hospital ng MTRC, ang naturang pasilidad ay popondohan sa ilalim ng Department of Health Health Facilities Enhancement Program (HFEP) sa halagang Php 55 milyon.

Makatutulong aniya ang naturang karagdagang pasilidad upang pahusayin ang kapasidad ng MTRC sa pagtugon sa pangangailangan ng mga pasyenteng dinadala sa rehabilitation center sa pamamagitan ng mas pinahusay na emergency care, inpatient ward services, at outpatient medical consultations.

CMDacoro, Albay PIO

19/02/2026

📢 NOTICE OF AWARD

The Malinao Treatment and Rehabilitation Center, Department of Health, officially awards the following contracts after evaluation of submitted quotations and requirements:

Standard Single Mattresses (PR 25-10-063 G HI)
Awarded to: TCL Merchandise Brokerage, Inc.
📄 PO/Contract No.: 26-02-009 HI
💰 Amount: ₱188,940.00

Supply, Delivery & Fabrication of Metal Bed Bunks
• PR 25-10-064 G HI → Bengx Print Graphic & Architectural Services
📄 PO/Contract No.: 26-02-010 HI
💰 Amount: ₱175,000.00
• PR 25-11-077 S HI → Bengx Print Graphic & Architectural Services
📄 PO/Contract No.: 26-02-011 HI
💰 Amount: ₱336,000.00

Supply & Delivery of Printer Inks (PR 26-01-004 G GAA)
• Spacebar Computer and Online Store
📄 PO/Contract No.: 26-02-012 GAA
💰 Amount: ₱7,200.00
• Square-One Non-Specialized Wholesale Trading
📄 PO/Contract No.: 26-02-013 GAA
💰 Amount: ₱23,882.76
• Lunarchem Trading
📄 PO/Contract No.: 26-02-014 GAA
💰 Amount: ₱28,100.00

📅 Date of NOA: February 19, 2026

18/02/2026

📢 NOTICE OF AWARD

Malinao Treatment and Rehabilitation Center awards the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (PR 26-01-0061 GAA) to:

ECO SAVERS BUSINESS HUB INC.
📄 PO/Contract No.: 26-02-008 GAA
💰 Amount: ₱316,080.00
📅 Date of NOA: February 18, 2026

18/02/2026

18/02/2026

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION

DOH – Malinao Treatment and Rehabilitation Center invites all interested Bidders/ Suppliers to join and submit their bid for the projects posted below.

For guidance and reference, you may download the copy of the Bidding Documents and Request for Quotation at the official website of MTRC and PhilGEPS.

14/02/2026

𝑴𝑻𝑹𝑺𝒆𝒆 | 𝑪𝒐𝒐𝒓𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑴𝒆𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝑺𝒐𝒓𝒔𝒐𝒈𝒐𝒏 𝑺𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒍𝒔

On February 13, 2026, MTRC conducted a coordination meeting with various schools in Sorsogon for the upcoming Defend Your Future Achieve Greatness Drug Awareness Symposium, an initiative of our Chief of Hospital III, Dr. Fulbert Alec Gillego .

This initiative is rooted in the belief that prevention is better than cure. By reaching students early, we empower them with accurate information, life skills, and the confidence to resist peer pressure and substance use. Through education and collaboration, we strengthen values formation and promote informed decision making among the youth.

We are grateful for the strong partnership and warm support of the following institutions:

• Sorsogon State University represented by President Geraldine F. De Jesus, EdD
• Sorsogon National High School represented by Principal Armando Engay
• Aemilianum College represented by Principal Leonard Patria
• Bicol Merchant Marine College represented by President Tirso Puray
• St. Louise De Marillac School of Sorsogon

Present also in the meeting were MTRC Health Program Officers, Neolan C. Añonuevo and Kathrine Claire Rojas. This initiative reflects our continued commitment to proactive prevention, strengthening school based partnerships, and guiding students to choose a life of purpose, excellence, and freedom from substance abuse.

14/02/2026

13/02/2026

📢 NOTICE OF AWARD
The Bids and Awards Committee has awarded the following:
✅ Various Food for MANCOM FGD – Venz Fruits and Vegetable Trading
₱69,959.50 | PO No. 26-01-004 GAA
✅ Semi-Expandable Office Supplies and Devices – Square-One Non-Specialized Wholesale Trading
₱151,276.26 | PO No. 26-02-005 GAA
✅ Various Fish (Feb 2026 Consumption) – Dianne Almonte Store
₱75,630.00 | PO No. 26-02-006 HI

12/02/2026

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION

DOH – Malinao Treatment and Rehabilitation Center invites all interested Bidders/ Suppliers to join and submit their bid for the projects posted below.

For guidance and reference, you may download the copy of the Bidding Documents and Request for Quotation at https://trcmalinao.com/procurement/ or visit https://www.philgeps.gov.ph/

11/02/2026

𝑴𝑻𝑹𝑺𝒆𝒆 | 𝑴𝒂𝒔𝒔 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒇𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏

MTRC was blessed to hold a Mass Confession led by Rev. Fr. Dante Mejillano, graciously offered to our patients, staff, and interns. This sacred encounter provided a meaningful opportunity to pause, reflect, and seek forgiveness which are essential steps toward healing, inner peace, and personal transformation.

As part of our holistic approach to recovery, MTRC regularly conducts monthly Holy Mass and Confession as a form of spiritual intervention. We recognize that the journey to wellness goes beyond physical and psychological care. Spiritual renewal plays a vital role in restoring hope, rebuilding dignity, and strengthening the courage to begin again. Through these faith-centered activities, we nurture not only the mind and body, but also the soul.

Our heartfelt gratitude to Rev. Fr. Dante Mejillano for his compassion and spiritual guidance, to our Chief of Hospital III, Dr. Fulbert Alec Gillego , for his unwavering support of spiritual care initiatives, and to our focal person, Ma. Francisca Almonte, for making this meaningful activity possible.

May this grace-filled experience continue to inspire strength, humility, renewed faith, and lasting transformation in every heart.