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Machinery, Implements, and Heavy Equipment tenders in Paraíba, Brazil

Accepting bids 3of 86 published
Value open now R$ 677.1Ksum of open tenders
Average estimated value R$ 288.7Kper procurement
Buying agencies 6456 cities

Updated with the latest publication of Oct 22, 2026 · official PNCP data.

How the Brazilian government buys machinery and heavy equipment

Tractors, backhoes, trucks, and implements, often funded by parliamentary budget amendments (emendas parlamentares) or intergovernmental agreements (convênios). The tender notice (edital) usually requires technical support within a set radius and operator training, plus a warranty with parts availability.

What the tender notice usually requires

Typical activity code (CNAE): 46.61-3 (agricultural machinery and equipment). 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 Paraíba

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 machinery and heavy equipment in Paraíba

Machinery, Implements, and Heavy Equipment by city in Paraíba

João Pessoa 9Campina Grande 6Areia 2Água Branca 2Arara 2Boa Vista 2Boqueirão 2Dona Inês 2Guarabira 2Joca Claudino 2Mãe d'Água 2Mamanguape 2Monteiro 2Nova Olinda 2Princesa Isabel 2Riacho de Santo Antônio 2São José da Lagoa Tapada 2São José dos Ramos 2Teixeira 2Araçagi 1São Francisco 1Juazeirinho 1Juru 1Lagoa 1Lagoa Seca 1São João do Rio do Peixe 1Vieirópolis 1Mari 1Marizópolis 1Massaranduba 1Mogeiro 1Monte Horebe 1Umbuzeiro 1São Mamede 1Nova Palmeira 1Picuí 1Pilõezinhos 1Poço de José de Moura 1Pombal 1Sertãozinho 1

Frequently asked questions

How many machinery and heavy equipment tenders are open in Paraíba?

There are 3 machinery and heavy equipment tenders accepting bids in Paraíba right now, out of 86 published. This page is updated several times a day from the PNCP.

How much does the government spend on machinery and heavy equipment?

The average estimated value of these procurements is R$ 288,725.25, and the tenders open in Paraíba add up to R$ 677,103.73. The estimated value is the agency's reference price — the final price is usually lower after the bidding phase.

Who buys machinery and heavy equipment in Paraíba?

64 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 machinery and heavy equipment 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: Technical support within a set radius; Operator training; Warranty with parts availability; Manufacturer's technical catalog. The tender notice always has the final word.

Do I need to be based in Paraíba 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 Paraíba

Other Public Procurement 414,870Construction and Engineering Services 50,619Events, Staging Rental, and Shows 34,687Medicines 23,600Courses and Training 21,140Medical and Hospital Supplies 21,135School Meals and Foodstuffs 20,586Vehicle Maintenance and Parts 16,689Health Services and Accreditation 15,518Computers and IT Equipment 13,007Software and Management Systems 11,787Furniture and Equipment 11,640Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 11,392Equipment Maintenance 11,302Laboratory Tests and Supplies 10,663Cleaning and Sanitizing Supplies 10,338Accreditation and Public Calls 9,270Building Maintenance and Repairs 9,149Uniforms and PPE 8,788Water, Sewage, and Sanitation 8,712Fuel 8,426Office Supplies 6,964Property Rental 6,808

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.