Legal Advisory Services for the Submarine Cables Project

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Original title: Assessoria Jurídica para a empreitada dos Cabos Submarinos

Infraestruturas de Portugal, SA

Published: Mar 11, 2026

Updated: May 19, 2026

Source: Portal BASE (Portugal)

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Awarded to Luís Filipe Fonseca Verde de Sousa

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About This Opportunity

Translated

This tender seeks to engage legal advisory services for a project involving submarine cables. The reference number for this procurement is 10022277. Submarine cable projects are complex undertakings, often involving significant infrastructure development, international agreements, environmental considerations, and substantial financial investments. Legal expertise is crucial throughout the lifecycle of such projects, from initial planning and contract negotiation to regulatory compliance, risk management, and dispute resolution. The scope of the required legal advisory services is likely to encompass a wide range of legal matters pertinent to the submarine cable project. This could include advising on contract drafting and negotiation with various stakeholders (e.g., contractors, suppliers, governments, landowners), ensuring compliance with national and international laws and regulations (including maritime law, environmental law, and telecommunications law), assisting with permitting and licensing processes, managing intellectual property rights, and providing counsel on potential legal risks and liabilities. The objective is to secure specialized legal support to navigate the intricate legal landscape associated with the development and implementation of the submarine cables project, ensuring its successful and lawful execution.

This is a consulting contract in the legal services, construction and civil works and energy and power sectors, with a focus on Environmental Law, Intellectual Property and Arbitration. Located in Portugal, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 18,000.

Published through base_gov_pt, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for consulting in the legal services sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.

Description

Original language: Portuguese

This tender, originating from Portugal and managed through the BASE public procurement platform, seeks comprehensive legal advisory services for a submarine cable project. The contracting authority, identified through the portal, is procuring specialized legal expertise to support the successful execution of this significant infrastructure undertaking.

The scope of services required will encompass a broad range of legal support critical to a complex project involving submarine cable deployment. This typically includes, but is not limited to, drafting and reviewing contracts, advising on regulatory compliance, managing potential disputes, and ensuring adherence to national and international legal frameworks relevant to maritime and telecommunications infrastructure. The selected legal counsel will be expected to provide strategic guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from initial planning and procurement phases through to construction, installation, and operational handover.

This procurement represents an opportunity for experienced legal firms with a proven track record in large-scale infrastructure projects, particularly those with an emphasis on energy, telecommunications, or maritime law. Bidders will likely need to demonstrate a thorough understanding of Portuguese legal procedures and a capacity to manage the intricate legalities associated with cross-border or significant national infrastructure developments. The ultimate goal is to secure expert legal support that safeguards the interests of the contracting authority and facilitates the efficient and compliant completion of the submarine cable project.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from base_gov_pt and was originally published on March 11, 2026. Last refreshed 2 days ago. Original language: Portuguese. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Infraestruturas de Portugal, SA

Infraestruturas de Portugal, SA has issued 236 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 34 currently open and 127 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Construction & Civil Works, General Supplies & Services, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for Portugal. Notices are distributed via base_gov_pt and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: May 21, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Portugal. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

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Is this tender still open?

No — the contract has already been awarded to Luís Filipe Fonseca Verde de Sousa. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Infraestruturas de Portugal, SA in Portugal. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Consulting contract in the Law & Legal Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is Up to €18,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.