The guide provides a comprehensive analysis of the legal framework governing public procurement in Portugal, addressing topics such as the applicable legal regime, the main procurement procedures, bid evaluation criteria and the remedies available to bidders. The publication also highlights the influence of European Union law on Portuguese legislation and the most recent trends in the evolution of the public procurement regulatory framework.

The contribution from the VdA team forms part of an international reference publication that brings together experts from several jurisdictions to provide a comparative analysis of the key aspects of public procurement, offering a practical and up-to-date overview of the sector.

The chapter dedicated to Portugal is available in the 2026 edition of the Legal 500 Country Comparative Guides – Public Procurement. You can find out more here.