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Laboratory Tests and Supplies tenders in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Accepting bids 42of 728 published
Value open now R$ 100.2Msum of open tenders
Average estimated value R$ 918.5Kper procurement
Buying agencies 8345 cities

Updated with the latest publication of Oct 27, 2026 · official PNCP data.

How the Brazilian government buys laboratory tests

Hiring laboratories to run diagnostic tests, or buying reagents and kits. When the contract is for the service, the tender notice (edital) usually includes a price table per procedure, a deadline for delivering test reports, and a requirement for a licensed responsible technical professional (responsável técnico). When it is for supplies, the usual health regulations apply.

What the tender notice usually requires

Typical activity code (CNAE): 86.40-2 (clinical laboratories). 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 Rio de Janeiro

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 laboratory tests in Rio de Janeiro

Laboratory Tests and Supplies by city in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro 540Niterói 43Volta Redonda 18Itaguaí 12Petrópolis 12Duque de Caxias 11Campos dos Goytacazes 9Macaé 7Magé 7Resende 6Paraíba do Sul 4Valença 4Paracambi 3Paraty 3Piraí 3Rio das Ostras 3Três Rios 3Varre-Sai 3Angra dos Reis 2Barra Mansa 2Bom Jesus do Itabapoana 2Casimiro de Abreu 2Itatiaia 2Mendes 2Rio Bonito 2São Francisco de Itabapoana 2São Pedro da Aldeia 2Teresópolis 2Arraial do Cabo 1Bom Jardim 1Cachoeiras de Macacu 1Cordeiro 1Guapimirim 1Itaocara 1Mangaratiba 1Maricá 1Miguel Pereira 1Nova Friburgo 1Paty do Alferes 1Pinheiral 1

Frequently asked questions

How many laboratory tests tenders are open in Rio de Janeiro?

There are 42 laboratory tests tenders accepting bids in Rio de Janeiro right now, out of 728 published. This page is updated several times a day from the PNCP.

How much does the government spend on laboratory tests?

The average estimated value of these procurements is R$ 918,468.86, and the tenders open in Rio de Janeiro add up to R$ 100,151,271.33. The estimated value is the agency's reference price — the final price is usually lower after the bidding phase.

Who buys laboratory tests in Rio de Janeiro?

83 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 laboratory tests 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: Health permit; Responsible technical professional registered with the professional council; Deadline for delivering test reports. The tender notice always has the final word.

Do I need to be based in Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro

Other Public Procurement 419,099Construction and Engineering Services 51,044Events, Staging Rental, and Shows 34,930Medicines 23,854Courses and Training 21,364Medical and Hospital Supplies 21,329School Meals and Foodstuffs 20,736Vehicle Maintenance and Parts 16,863Health Services and Accreditation 15,640Computers and IT Equipment 13,147Software and Management Systems 11,908Furniture and Equipment 11,767Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 11,521Equipment Maintenance 11,417Machinery, Implements, and Heavy Equipment 11,064Cleaning and Sanitizing Supplies 10,434Accreditation and Public Calls 9,326Building Maintenance and Repairs 9,226Uniforms and PPE 8,892Water, Sewage, and Sanitation 8,756Fuel 8,499Office Supplies 7,032Property 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.