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Administrative Contracts

Contracts between public entities and the private sector represent a significant part of the economy and Allen & Overy is one of the leading law firms operating in this area of law.

As such, we are asked to advise on some of the most complex, often first-of-their kind, public sector deals.

We act for public authorities, companies, banks, public-funded entities and utilities and offer advice on all types of public contracts, ranging from public procurement (public works, services, supplies), large transactions such as concessions (including toll roads, water distribution, waste management, telecoms) to public-private partnerships (PPP) (prisons, hospitals, stadiums, roads, rail, canal, renewable energies, etc).

Our practice is well known for its litigation capabilities in this area. We advise on all types of disputes, whether occurring before the contract enters into force (challenge of tender procedures) or relating to the performance of the contract. We work closely with our clients to develop the most effective strategy taking into account our client's objectives and budgetary constraints.

Our team includes specialist lawyers located in many jurisdictions. We are used to working together in cross-jurisdictional matters and our seamless service is considered to be one of our greatest strengths. We also share the latest knowledge, so we are able to offer innovative solutions when required.

News and insights

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Publications: 29 September 2023

Update – Germany tightens energy efficiency requirements: New challenges for companies and data centers

On 21 September 2023, the German Parliament passed the heavily discussed German Federal Act on the Increase of Energy Efficiency (Energieeffizienzgesetz – EnEfG) that aims at significantly increasing…

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container ship

News: 13 September 2023

Allen & Overy advises Hamburg on entering into strategic partnership with the world's largest container shipping company

Allen & Overy has advised HGV – Hamburger Gesellschaft für Vermögens- und Beteiligungsmanagement mbH (HGV) of the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg on entering into a long-term strategic partnership…

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The sun reflecting on the windows of modern skyscrapers

Publications: 21 July 2023

New developments in the FDI regime in Spain

On 5 July 2023, Royal Decree 571/2023 on foreign investments (RD 571/2023), previously approved by the meeting of the Council of Ministers on 4 July 2023, was published in the Official State Gazette.…

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Publications: 19 June 2023

The tender principles for the development of the Belgian offshore Princess Elisabeth Zone

The Belgian subsidy regime in support of offshore wind developments is undergoing some important changes.

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