Philippine Paver Supplier Verification -- 2

We are an international company supplying admixtures and chemicals to the concrete industry. We are entering the Philippines market and require a freelancer to assist with Stage 1 of our market research. ONLY RESIDENT IN PHILIPPINES WILL BE CONSIDERED

This is a small fixed‑price pilot project to evaluate accuracy, communication, and reliability. If Stage 1 is completed well, there will be additional paid stages involving factory contact, follow‑up, and ongoing support.

Stage 1 – Scope of Work (This Job)
Identify and verify 10 manufacturers in the Philippines who produce:
• Concrete pavers
• Concrete ventilation blocks / breeze blocks
For each manufacturer, provide:
• Company name
• City/province
• Website or Facebook page
• Product types (pavers, ventilation blocks, etc.)
• Phone number
• Email address
• Contact person (if available)
• Verification notes (how you confirmed they are actual manufacturers, not resellers or contractors)
This task requires research + basic verification, including checking websites, Facebook pages, and making a few confirmation calls if needed.

SCREENING QUESTION (Required):
How will you verify that a company is a real manufacturer and not a reseller or contractor? Please answer in 2–3 sentences.