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Construction and Engineering Services tenders in Brazil

Accepting bids 2,721of 51,125 published
Value open now R$ 3,631.6Bsum of open tenders
Average estimated value R$ 203.5Mper procurement
Buying agencies 7,2454,668 cities

Updated with the latest publication of Oct 28, 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 Brazil

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 Brazil

Construction and Engineering Services by state

Minas Gerais 5,875São Paulo 5,693Rio Grande do Sul 5,449Santa Catarina 4,932Paraná 4,723Bahia 3,683Goiás 2,554Piauí 2,288Ceará 1,895Pernambuco 1,586Pará 1,443Paraíba 1,301Maranhão 1,235Rio de Janeiro 1,223Mato Grosso 1,049Espírito Santo 931Rio Grande do Norte 862Rondônia 731Mato Grosso do Sul 652Tocantins 650Sergipe 609Amazonas 508Alagoas 414Distrito Federal 394Acre 188Amapá 135Roraima 122

Frequently asked questions

How many construction works tenders are open in Brazil?

There are 2,721 construction works tenders accepting bids in Brazil right now, out of 51,125 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$ 203,484,870.33, and the tenders open in Brazil add up to R$ 3,631,562,635,232.15. The estimated value is the agency's reference price — the final price is usually lower after the bidding phase.

Who buys construction works in Brazil?

7,245 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 Brazil 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 Brazil

Other Public Procurement 419,449Events, Staging Rental, and Shows 34,941Medicines 23,894Courses and Training 21,374Medical and Hospital Supplies 21,363School Meals and Foodstuffs 20,772Vehicle Maintenance and Parts 16,884Health Services and Accreditation 15,648Computers and IT Equipment 13,162Software and Management Systems 11,921Furniture and Equipment 11,795Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 11,530Equipment Maintenance 11,425Machinery, Implements, and Heavy Equipment 11,072Laboratory Tests and Supplies 10,794Cleaning and Sanitizing Supplies 10,448Accreditation and Public Calls 9,326Building Maintenance and Repairs 9,246Uniforms and PPE 8,905Water, Sewage, and Sanitation 8,765Fuel 8,518Office Supplies 7,040Property Rental 6,865

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.