Noted for its work in public procurement, infrastructure and urban planning, the team at Deloitte Legal TELLES advises a broad range of public and private sector clients. Key practitioners include: Pedro Almeida e Sousa, who delivers tailored advice on public procurement and concession matters; Rui Mesquita Guimarães, who ‘stands for his extensive knowledge of public procurement law’; Pedro Matias Pereira, also noted for his focus on procurement procedures; and Rita Ferreira dos Santos, who handles energy and public law matters.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Their approach is practical and efficient, offering timely responses and ensuring that legal advice is aligned with commercial realities.’
  • ‘Pedro Matias Pereira stands out for his deep and up-to-date knowledge of public procurement law and case law. His ability to interpret and apply complex legal norms clearly and securely is noteworthy. He combines technical rigour with a practical, solution-oriented approach and communicates complex legal issues in an accessible and effective manner.’
  • ‘The team provides services that combine technical competence with close client engagement. The firm’s working dynamics, including regular on-site collaboration with clients, have proven productive and effective.’
  • ‘The distinguishing aspects of the firm include responsiveness and the team’s strong theoretical and practical knowledge in public law, both in public procurement advisory and related litigation.’
  • ‘Rui Guimarães stands out for his extensive knowledge of public procurement law and jurisprudence at both national and European levels, which contributes effectively to procedural work.’
  • ‘The team demonstrates strong technical competence, adaptability to specific client needs, and an ability to combine legal rigour with an understanding of business objectives. The team works collaboratively, communicates clearly, and maintains constant availability and attention to detail.'

Key clients

  • AGEAS Portugal – Companhia de Seguros, S.A. Águas de Gaia, E.M., S.A. APA – Administração do Porto de Aveiro, S.A. APCER - Associação Portuguesa de Certificação APFF – Administração do Porto da Figueira da Foz, S.A. Arco Ribeirinho Sul Empresa Municipal de Ambiente do Porto, E.M., S.A. Estrutura de Missão Recuperar Portugal Fundação Casa da Música Geriavi Portugal, S.A. LIPOR – Serviço Intermunicipalizado de Gestão de Resíduos do Grande Porto Lisboa Ocidental SRU – Sociedade de Reabilitação Urbana, E.M., S.A. Município de Leiria Município de Lisboa Museus e Monumentos de Portugal Oxigen Salud, S.A. Penafiel Verde, E.M. RODOESTE – Transportadora Rodoviária da Madeira, Lda. Serviços Municipalizados de Águas e Saneamento do Município da Maia Servilusa – Agências Funerárias, S.A. SIGA RODOESTE - Concessionária, Unipessoal, Lda. STCP Serviços – Transportes Urbanos, Consultoria e Participações, Unipessoal, Lda. Teatro Nacional S. João, E.P.E.

Work highlights

Advising Águas de Gaia on the preparation of a public tender procedure for the provision of collection and transportation services to the appropriate final destination for urban waste and cleaning in the municipality of Vila Nova de Gaia.
Advising STCP in relation to the concession contract concerning the management, operation, maintenance, and enforcement of paid public parking spaces on Oporto’s public roads, particularly regarding matters related to the restoration of the contract’s financial balance.
Practice head

Pedro Matias Pereira

Other key lawyers

Rui Mesquita Guimarães; Pedro Almeida e Sousa