The Government of São Paulo received, this Monday (23), two proposals for the concession of the New Administrative Center. The proposals were submitted in person by the Acciona-Construcap and MEZ-RZK Novo Centro consortia. The project’s auction will take place this Thursday (26), at 10 a.m., at the headquarters of B3 (São Paulo Stock Exchange).
With estimated investments of R$ 6 billion, the New Administrative Center project provides for the construction, in the Campos Elíseos district in downtown São Paulo, of seven buildings and ten towers that will centralize the Governor’s Office, as well as state secretariats and agencies currently spread across more than 40 addresses throughout the city.
The initiative modernizes public management, reduces administrative costs, and strengthens the urban revitalization of the city center, while preserving historic heritage and expanding public services. The new structure will house approximately 22,000 public servants and will include a theater, auditoriums, multipurpose rooms, and other facilities.
“The new Administrative Center of the Government of São Paulo represents one of the largest architectural projects in the history of the capital. We are talking about an initiative that goes far beyond reorganizing the State: it is a project that combines administrative efficiency, restoration of historic heritage, and social transformation in the heart of São Paulo. More than building structures, what we are doing is repositioning downtown São Paulo as a space for social interaction, citizenship, and human development,” said Guilherme Afif, State Secretary for Strategic Projects.
The project also includes the restoration of 17 listed heritage properties and an expansion of more than 40% of the green areas of Princesa Isabel Park. The area will feature 25,000 square meters dedicated to commerce and services, strengthening urban development and the local economy, in addition to the construction of a new bus terminal to improve urban mobility in the capital.
The new buildings will receive international LEED Gold certification and incorporate energy, thermal, and environmental efficiency solutions. The project is expected to generate 38,000 jobs during the construction phase and 2,800 formal jobs in local commerce and services.
The concession, structured by the Secretariat of Partnerships and Investments (SPI) with technical support from Companhia Paulista de Parcerias, will be carried out through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with a 30-year contract. The award criterion will be the highest discount on the maximum monthly public payment, set at R$ 76.6 million. The winning bidder will be the company offering the highest discount on the State’s public payment. The Government will make payments in accordance with the concessionaire’s performance, ensuring the financial sustainability of the project. The future concessionaire will be responsible for operating and maintaining the complex throughout the concession period, including cleaning, security, and maintenance services.
During the bidding phase, the project included broad public participation. Two Public Hearings were held in February 2025, with more than 80 statements, and a Public Consultation received more than 268 contributions between January and March.
The architectural design is another highlight of the project. It was selected through a national public competition organized by the Brazilian Institute of Architects – São Paulo Department (IAB), which recorded a record number of entries. The winning proposal, submitted by Ópera Quatro Arquitetura, will be responsible for preparing the basic and executive designs.
Public approval
The relocation of the Administrative Center to the heart of the capital also has strong public support. A Datafolha Institute survey, which interviewed 1,564 people, revealed that 83% of residents or workers in the central region believe the area will become safer. Respondents also expect improvements in urban cleanliness (80%), job opportunities (74%), regional tourism (70%), and housing conditions (55%). Among the city’s overall population, 64% of São Paulo residents consider the move excellent or good, and 77% believe security conditions will improve. Additionally, between 79% and 84% assess that the project brings more benefits than drawbacks for residents, business owners, workers, and the city as a whole.
Investment Partnerships Program (PPI-SP)
The New Administrative Center project is part of PPI-SP, an initiative of the State Government aimed at expanding investment, employment, and socioeconomic, technological, environmental, and industrial development opportunities in São Paulo.
With a focus on Highways, Mobility, Social Infrastructure, and Water/Energy, PPI-SP represents the largest and most comprehensive investment program with the private sector in São Paulo’s history, benefiting the population and driving regional economic growth. In total, more than 30 projects have been qualified, with a portfolio exceeding R$ 550 billion in investments.