Decreto-Lei n° 213 de 18/9/2003 . Diário da republica I Serie A n° 216 de 18/9/2003 p. 6054
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. The decree affects public bodies and companies involved in procurement, as well as economic operators bidding for public contracts. It standardizes procedures and requirements.