What We Do
Public procurement (SERCOP)
Support throughout public procurement processes, from bid preparation to contract execution.
Administrative appeals
Filing of appeals and challenges against decisions issued by public administration.
Contentious-administrative litigation
Representation before the Contentious Administrative Tribunal in disputes with the State.
Regulatory permits and licenses
Management of permits and licenses before sector-specific public bodies.
Relations with public bodies
Strategic support in ongoing interactions with State entities.
Challenge of administrative acts
Technical defense against administrative acts that affect the client's interests.
Who leads this practice
Leads HEKA's Administrative and Public Procurement practice, representing companies and individuals in proceedings before SERCOP and in contentious-administrative litigation against the State.
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Constitutional & Administrative LawJurisdictional safeguards when the administrative channel fails to protect the citizen. Real Estate & InfrastructureMunicipal permits and relations with Autonomous Decentralized Governments. Energy & Natural ResourcesPermits, licenses and concessions before public bodies in the energy sector.Common questions about administrative law
What is an administrative appeal and when should I file one?+
It is the mechanism used to challenge, before the administration itself, an act considered harmful to your rights. It must be filed within the legal deadlines, so it is essential to act as soon as the act you intend to challenge is notified.
How do I take part in a public procurement process before SERCOP?+
You must review the bidding terms, meet the qualifying requirements, and submit your bid within the corresponding procedure. We provide support from bid preparation through to the execution and settlement of the awarded contract.
What is the difference between an administrative appeal and a contentious-administrative proceeding?+
An administrative appeal is resolved within the public administration itself, whereas a contentious-administrative proceeding is brought before a judicial tribunal once the prior administrative channel has been exhausted or is not required.
Can I judicially challenge an administrative act issued by the State?+
Yes, before the Contentious Administrative Tribunal, when the act affects your rights and the administrative channel has been exhausted or is not required. We assess your case to define the most appropriate procedural strategy.