Section 5.1

- The following shall be the obligations of the LGU:

1. It shall provide and surrender the possession of the site for the WATER SYSTEM FACILTY to the PROPONENT-OPERATOR and the corresponding right of way;

2. It shall maintain the PROPONENT-OPERATOR in the peaceful and undisturbed possession of the project site for the entire duration of the construction works and operation of the WATER SYSTEM FACILITY;

3. It shall extend to the PROPONENT such assistance as may be necessary and indispensable for the early and expeditious completion and efficient operation of the WATER SYSTEM FACILITY;

4. It shall not grant any third party any privilege and/or concession to construct a WATER SYSTEM FACILITY and operate the same until after the concession period; and

5. It shall not impair and/or abrogate this Agreement until after the full recovery of the PROPONENT-OPERATOR's investment, plus a reasonable rate of return thereon.