Lei n°296/2003 de 21/11/2003 Diário da republica I Serie A n° 270 de 21/11/2003 p. 7933 (SG(2003)A/12331 du 15/12/2003)

This law, enacted in 2003, establishes the legal framework for public procurement procedures in Portugal. It aims to ensure transparency, competition, and efficiency in the award of public contracts by state entities. It affects companies bidding for public works, supplies, and services, as well as public administrations responsible for managing procurement processes.