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Dental Supplies tenders in Ceará, Brazil

Accepting bids 8of 202 published
Value open now R$ 12.3Msum of open tenders
Average estimated value R$ 665.7Kper procurement
Buying agencies 7558 cities

Updated with the latest publication of Oct 21, 2026 · official PNCP data.

How the Brazilian government buys dental supplies

Supplies for public oral health teams: resins, anesthetics, burs, instruments, and disposables. Like hospital supplies, they depend on health-regulatory compliance and are usually bought through price registration (registro de preços), with deliveries spread over the year.

What the tender notice usually requires

Typical activity code (CNAE): 46.45-1 (dental supplies). 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 Ceará

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 dental supplies in Ceará

Dental Supplies by city in Ceará

Fortaleza 91Aracati 6Barbalha 5Cascavel 5Sobral 5Canindé 4Crateús 4Maracanaú 4Russas 4Aquiraz 3Camocim 3Guaraciaba do Norte 3Juazeiro do Norte 3Limoeiro do Norte 3Ocara 3Quixadá 3Acaraú 2Caucaia 2Cedro 2Eusébio 2Iguatu 2Maranguape 2Massapê 2Pacajus 2Poranga 2Salitre 2Santana do Cariri 2Campos Sales 1Cariús 1Chaval 1Cruz 1Farias Brito 1Fortim 1Granja 1Groaíras 1Independência 1Ipaumirim 1Itaiçaba 1Itapipoca 1Itatira 1

Frequently asked questions

How many dental supplies tenders are open in Ceará?

There are 8 dental supplies tenders accepting bids in Ceará right now, out of 202 published. This page is updated several times a day from the PNCP.

How much does the government spend on dental supplies?

The average estimated value of these procurements is R$ 665,667.97, and the tenders open in Ceará add up to R$ 12,338,137.13. The estimated value is the agency's reference price — the final price is usually lower after the bidding phase.

Who buys dental supplies in Ceará?

75 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 dental supplies 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 Anvisa; Anvisa Operating Authorization (AFE); Minimum shelf life at delivery. The tender notice always has the final word.

Do I need to be based in Ceará 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 Ceará

Other Public Procurement 417,826Construction and Engineering Services 50,910Events, Staging Rental, and Shows 34,835Medicines 23,764Courses and Training 21,290Medical and Hospital Supplies 21,269School Meals and Foodstuffs 20,694Vehicle Maintenance and Parts 16,824Health Services and Accreditation 15,598Computers and IT Equipment 13,112Software and Management Systems 11,881Furniture and Equipment 11,721Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 11,479Equipment Maintenance 11,389Machinery, Implements, and Heavy Equipment 11,042Laboratory Tests and Supplies 10,744Cleaning and Sanitizing Supplies 10,405Accreditation and Public Calls 9,300Building Maintenance and Repairs 9,202Uniforms and PPE 8,855Water, Sewage, and Sanitation 8,740Fuel 8,482Office Supplies 7,003Property Rental 6,844

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.