The new administrative headquarters for the São Paulo state government has come under scrutiny as it is linked to business families that have a history of political donations and contracts with public authorities. Recently, it was revealed that the winning consortium, MEZ-RZK Novo Centro, includes companies with questionable past dealings, including the abandonment of negotiations with a firm involved in the Master case and the construction of a structure that required demolition, known locally as 'tremor-tremor'. This brings to light serious concerns about transparency and accountability in government contracting.

The MEZ-RZK Novo Centro consortium, led by RZK Empreendimentos and other firms, won a public auction to build and manage the complex over a 30-year period for a total investment of R$ 25 billion. José Ricardo Rezek, the head of RZK, is an influential entrepreneur engaged in various sectors and part of a group of investors that has generated scrutiny due to their financial dealings and connections to political figures. The consortium has stated that they would not comment on allegations of irregularities connected to its members and their past actions.

The implications of these findings are significant for the future of public projects in São Paulo, as they raise questions about the integrity of the bidding process and the effectiveness of oversight mechanisms. As political donations often coincide with public contracts, there is a growing concern over the influence of money in politics and public contracting practices. It highlights the need for increased transparency and regulatory frameworks to ensure accountability in these high-stakes agreements.