The Government of São Paulo is taking a decisive step toward transforming the central region of the capital with the construction of the State’s New Administrative Center in Campos Elíseos. In addition to bringing together state secretariats and agencies in a single modern and efficient complex, the project will strongly boost the labor market. An estimated 38,000 direct and indirect jobs are expected to be generated during construction, along with 2,800 new formal jobs in local commerce and services in the surrounding area.
Developed by the Secretariat of Partnerships and Investments (SPI) in collaboration with the Secretariat for Strategic Projects (SPE), the project was made possible through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with estimated investments of R$ 6 billion and a 30-year concession contract. The auction that determined the company responsible for building and operating the complex was held this Thursday (26), and the winner was the MEZ-RZK Novo Centro consortium, which submitted a bid offering a 9.62% discount on the maximum monthly public payment set at R$ 76.6 million.
The future Administrative Center will bring together approximately 22,000 public servants currently spread across more than 40 addresses in the city into ten towers distributed across seven buildings. The project also includes the restoration of 17 listed heritage properties, the construction of a new bus terminal, and the expansion of the green areas of Princesa Isabel Park by more than 40%, in addition to 25,000 square meters dedicated to commerce and services.
The initiative modernizes public management, reduces administrative costs, and strengthens the historical and economic revitalization of Campos Elíseos, expanding the presence of public administration and stimulating new private investments. The buildings will receive international LEED Gold environmental certification and incorporate sustainable energy and environmental efficiency solutions.
The architectural proposal selected through the national design competition held by the State Government will be implemented by the future concessionaire. The architecture firm Ópera Quatro Arquitetura was chosen from among more than 90 entries.
Public approval
The relocation of the Administrative Center to the heart of the capital also has strong public support. A survey conducted by the Datafolha Institute, 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%), tourism in the region (70%), and housing conditions (55%). Among the city’s overall population, 64% of São Paulo residents consider the change excellent or good, and 77% believe security conditions will improve. In addition, between 79% and 84% believe 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 opportunities for investment, employment, socio-economic, technological, environmental, and industrial development in São Paulo.
With a focus on Highways, Mobility, Social Infrastructure, and Water/Energy, PPI-SP is implementing the largest and most comprehensive private investment program in the history of São Paulo, benefiting the population and boosting regional economic growth. In total, more than 30 projects have been qualified, with an investment portfolio exceeding R$ 550 billion.