ABCE - Brazilian Association of Engineering Consultants was founded in 1966 and brings together the most important Brazilian Engineering Consulting companies.  Its objective is to promote the appreciation of this strategic sector of Brazilian engineering, guiding investors who need their know-how. For this, ABCE maintains close contact with those who hire the services of the Consultants, public or private clients, advising on the most appropriate selection and hiring practices of the company. ABCE promotes studies and technical meetings to exchange experiences. Develops an intense work to spread the capacity of Brazilian companies. Publishes manuals on legislation, budget, notices and contracts, useful for those who offer or need advice. In the international area, ABCE is associated with the FIDIC Fédéracion Internationale des Ingenieurs-Conseils, which brings together similar entities from 80 countries, and the FEPAC Panamerican Federation of Consultants, which brings together National Associations of Consultants from the countries of the Americas.