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Portaria Published Today Authorizing Public Tender for New Maternity Hospital in Coimbra

coimbra.pt15 September 2026 at 16:12

A portaria was published today authorizing the holding of a public tender for the construction of a new maternity hospital in Coimbra. The announcement was made through the coimbra.pt portal. This authorization represents an important step toward the realization of a new maternity unit project in the city. The public tender will allow the selection of a proposal for the execution of the infrastructure intended for maternal and child health care.

Why this matters

This news is relevant for residents of Coimbra and the central region, as the new maternity hospital may improve access to maternal and child health care. The launch of the public tender means the project moves to the contracting phase, potentially creating expectations about local economic dynamization associated with the construction.

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