It is the LGU's responsibility to provide the land for the proposed facility. The task of acquiring the land can best be handled by the local government because (a) it is inherently in a better bargaining position than the private sector; (b) bureaucratic government procedures regarding the transfer of real estate ownership discourage private investors; and (c) delays in land acquisition have a substantial impact on project implementation.
Thus, it is highly desirable that the property be government-owned, as negotiations are limited to internal transactions and agreements. Should the preferred site be privately-owned, then the LGU concerned should acquire it contractually before the private proponent finalizes its development plans.