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Construction and Engineering Services tenders in São Paulo, Brazil

Accepting bids 329of 5,641 published
Value open now R$ 2.3Bsum of open tenders
Average estimated value R$ 23.4Mper procurement
Buying agencies 812509 cities

Updated with the latest publication of Oct 26, 2026 · official PNCP data.

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How the Brazilian government buys construction works

Construction, renovation, paving, and drainage — the highest-value contracts a municipality awards. Evaluation is based on a cost estimate spreadsheet and a physical-financial schedule, and technical qualification (habilitação) requires certificates showing minimum quantities, registered with CREA/CAU (the engineering and architecture councils), plus a responsible technical professional and, for larger contracts, a performance guarantee and a risk matrix.

What the tender notice usually requires

Typical activity code (CNAE): 41.20-4 (construction of buildings) / 42.11-1 (road works). Make sure the company's registered business purpose covers the activity before bidding — an incompatible CNAE is grounds for disqualification.

How to prepare to bid in São Paulo

Follow new publications daily: between the notice and the bid deadline there are usually about eight business days, and much of that time goes into gathering documents. Download the tender notice and the terms of reference from each tender page, check the specification item by item and work out your minimum price before the bidding phase — including taxes, freight, payment terms and the margin that makes the contract viable.

Micro and small businesses (ME/EPP) get preferential treatment under Brazilian law: a tie preference, extra time to fix tax certificates and, in smaller purchases, exclusive participation. See the step-by-step guide how to participate in a tender.

Who buys the most construction works in São Paulo

Construction and Engineering Services by city in São Paulo

São Paulo 656Vargem Grande do Sul 383Pindorama 86Campinas 78Salto 64Araraquara 59Itapetininga 57Tarumã 46Mogi Mirim 43Itaquaquecetuba 41Piracicaba 41Sertãozinho 41Laranjal Paulista 40Araras 40Pedreira 39Lençóis Paulista 38Capão Bonito 38Ribeirão Preto 38São Carlos 38Taubaté 35Cajati 35Jaboticabal 35Jacareí 35São José dos Campos 34Itapecerica da Serra 34Registro 33Pontes Gestal 33Franca 32Pindamonhangaba 32Guarulhos 32Leme 32Ituverava 31Socorro 30Botucatu 30Guaíra 28Penápolis 28Olímpia 28Campos do Jordão 27Ribeirão Branco 27Carapicuíba 27

Frequently asked questions

How many construction works tenders are open in São Paulo?

There are 329 construction works tenders accepting bids in São Paulo right now, out of 5,641 published. This page is updated several times a day from the PNCP.

How much does the government spend on construction works?

The average estimated value of these procurements is R$ 23,350,958.53, and the tenders open in São Paulo add up to R$ 2,336,047,861.58. The estimated value is the agency's reference price — the final price is usually lower after the bidding phase.

Who buys construction works in São Paulo?

812 different agencies have published procurements in this category: city governments, city councils, municipal health and education funds, and state and federal bodies. The agencies that buy the most are listed on this page.

What do I need to sell construction works to the Brazilian government?

Besides the standard qualification documents (a CNPJ with a compatible activity code, federal, social security, labor, state and municipal clearance certificates, and financial statements), this category usually requires: Registration with CREA/CAU; Technical capacity certificate with minimum quantities; Responsible technical professional with a CAT (certificate of technical track record); Cost spreadsheet and schedule; Performance guarantee. The tender notice always has the final word.

Do I need to be based in São Paulo to bid?

No. Electronic tenders are open to companies from anywhere in the country, and Law 14,133/2021 prohibits requiring a local address as a condition to participate. In practice, freight, delivery time and local support affect the price — which is why regional suppliers are often competitive. Foreign companies should read how foreign companies can bid.

Other categories in São Paulo

Other Public Procurement 415,406Events, Staging Rental, and Shows 34,716Medicines 23,630Medical and Hospital Supplies 21,164Courses and Training 21,163School Meals and Foodstuffs 20,602Vehicle Maintenance and Parts 16,711Health Services and Accreditation 15,527Computers and IT Equipment 13,021Software and Management Systems 11,811Furniture and Equipment 11,656Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 11,407Equipment Maintenance 11,322Machinery, Implements, and Heavy Equipment 10,969Laboratory Tests and Supplies 10,682Cleaning and Sanitizing Supplies 10,349Accreditation and Public Calls 9,273Building Maintenance and Repairs 9,158Uniforms and PPE 8,802Water, Sewage, and Sanitation 8,722Fuel 8,436Office Supplies 6,968Property Rental 6,813

Tender notices are published in Portuguese, so descriptions appear as the agency wrote them. Search with English or Portuguese keywords — common English terms are translated automatically. New to Brazil? Start with how foreign companies can bid.