Analysis Reveals Longstanding Ties Between Spinumviva Clients and the State
An extensive analysis of the Portal Base has unveiled that clients of Spinumviva have maintained long-term relationships with various state entities. Notably, two companies, ITAU and INETUM, have significantly increased their earnings from public sector contracts since Luís Montenegro took office as Prime Minister.
Major Contracts Awarded to ITAU
Since the Aliança Democrática (AD) government assumed power on April 2, 2024, ITAU has secured 24 contracts totaling €53,217,839.90 from public sector entities. A significant portion of this amount is attributed to two contracts with the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lisboa, including one exceeding €31 million for the provision of prepared meals.
These contracts were awarded following a public tender involving multiple competitors, highlighting the competitive nature of these procurements. Additionally, ITAU has taken over the catering services for CP - Comboios de Portugal, further solidifying its presence in the public sector.
ITAU's Contract Highlights
- Total Contracts Since April 2024: 80, with many awarded to local health units.
- Notable Contracts:
- Prepared meals for Santa Casa: €31,892,630.25
- Catering services for CP: €12,045,000
INETUM's Surge in State Contracts
Similarly, INETUM, a multinational technology firm, has clinched 40 contracts worth €39,349,325 since April 2024. The largest of these contracts, valued at €26,886,138.81, was awarded for software licensing services to the Instituto de Gestão Financeira e Equipamentos da Justiça.
This contract, signed shortly before the government crisis, underscores the timing of lucrative deals during Montenegro's administration.
INETUM's Major Contracts
- Largest Contract: Software acquisition for the Justice sector: €26,886,138.81
- Total Contracts Since 2011: 1,439
Sogenave's Government Contracts
Sogenave also emerged as a significant player, securing 44 contracts valued at €8,925,203.74 since April 2024, primarily supplying food products to various state bodies, including the Ministry of National Defense. The standout contract was for breakfast cereals, valued at €1,816,327.47.
Summary of Contracts
- ITAU and INETUM have seen unprecedented growth in government contracts since Montenegro's administration began, raising questions about the implications of these financial ties.
| Major Contracts of ITAU with the State | | | | | |----------------------------------------|---|---|---|---| | Object | Procedure | Awarding Entity | Price | Publication | | Prepared meals | Public Tender | Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lisboa | €31,892,630.25 | 07-08-2024 | | Prepared meals | Public Tender | Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lisboa | €22,098,950.92 | 19-03-2021 | | Prepared meals | Public Tender | Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lisboa | €20,823,264.48 | 06-08-2019 | | Catering services | Public Tender | CP - Comboios de Portugal | €12,045,000 | 29-01-2025 |
| Major Contracts of INETUM with the State | | | | | |-----------------------------------------|---|---|---|---| | Object | Procedure | Awarding Entity | Price | Publication | | Software acquisition | Public Tender | Instituto de Gestão Financeira e Equipamentos da Justiça | €26,886,138.81 | 24-02-2025 | | Software acquisition | Public Tender | Instituto de Gestão Financeira e Equipamentos da Justiça | €20,791,635 | 27-05-2022 |
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