Decreto-Lei 242/2003, de 7/10/2003 Diario da Republica I Serie A n° 232 de 7/10/2003 p. 6600 (SG(2003)A/10179 du 22/10/2003)

This Portuguese Decree-Law, published in the Official Gazette, establishes rules for public procurement procedures. It aims to ensure transparency and efficiency in the awarding of public contracts by state entities. The decree affects companies bidding for public contracts and public bodies managing procurement processes. It ensures compliance with national and EU procurement standards.