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Medical and Dental Equipment tenders in Brazil

Accepting bids 116of 3,254 published
Value open now R$ 150.8Msum of open tenders
Average estimated value R$ 547.9Kper procurement
Buying agencies 1,4161,161 cities

Updated with the latest publication of Oct 24, 2026 · official PNCP data.

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How the Brazilian government buys medical equipment

Purchase of equipment for hospitals, emergency care units (UPAs), primary care clinics, and dental offices. It usually involves installation, staff training, and a warranty with technical support in the region — clauses that weigh more than price when it comes to fulfilling the contract. Tender notices (editais) frequently require a technical catalog and proof that the technical support covers the municipality.

What the tender notice usually requires

Typical activity code (CNAE): 46.64-8 (medical and hospital 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 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 medical equipment in Brazil

Medical and Dental Equipment by state

São Paulo 852Minas Gerais 380Rio Grande do Sul 295Paraná 267Goiás 232Rio de Janeiro 183Santa Catarina 168Bahia 143Pernambuco 111Espírito Santo 85Rio Grande do Norte 66Ceará 62Pará 55Paraíba 53Mato Grosso do Sul 47Rondônia 43Mato Grosso 34Distrito Federal 33Sergipe 30Alagoas 25Piauí 23Amazonas 22Maranhão 22Tocantins 10Roraima 5Amapá 4Acre 4

Frequently asked questions

How many medical equipment tenders are open in Brazil?

There are 116 medical equipment tenders accepting bids in Brazil right now, out of 3,254 published. This page is updated several times a day from the PNCP.

How much does the government spend on medical equipment?

The average estimated value of these procurements is R$ 547,873.97, and the tenders open in Brazil add up to R$ 150,833,289.12. The estimated value is the agency's reference price — the final price is usually lower after the bidding phase.

Who buys medical equipment in Brazil?

1,416 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 medical 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: Equipment registration with Anvisa; Authorized technical support; Minimum warranty and training; Catalog with technical specifications. 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 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 11,788Furniture and Equipment 11,640Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 11,392Equipment Maintenance 11,302Machinery, Implements, and Heavy Equipment 10,959Laboratory 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.