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Medical and Hospital Supplies tenders in Pernambuco, Brazil

Accepting bids 46of 806 published
Value open now R$ 447.2Msum of open tenders
Average estimated value R$ 2.1Mper procurement
Buying agencies 158117 cities

Updated with the latest publication of Oct 23, 2026 · official PNCP data.

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How the Brazilian government buys medical supplies

The supplies that keep day-to-day care running: syringes, needles, gloves, gauze, catheters, tubes, and related items. These are recurring contracts, almost always awarded under price registration (registro de preços), so that each health unit can order as it consumes. The product must be registered with or notified to Anvisa (Brazil's health regulatory agency), and for many items a sample must be submitted before ratification (homologação).

What the tender notice usually requires

Typical activity code (CNAE): 46.45-1 (medical and hospital instruments and 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 Pernambuco

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 supplies in Pernambuco

Medical and Hospital Supplies by city in Pernambuco

Recife 468Petrolina 34Afogados da Ingazeira 26Caruaru 17Limoeiro 11Jaboatão dos Guararapes 7Carnaíba 7Abreu e Lima 6Gravatá 6Frei Miguelinho 6Cabo de Santo Agostinho 5Custódia 5Olinda 5São José da Coroa Grande 5Itambé 5Carpina 5Garanhuns 5Ipojuca 4Feira Nova 4Santa Maria da Boa Vista 4Belo Jardim 4Granito 4Casinhas 4Lagoa dos Gatos 4Rio Formoso 4Serrita 4Lagoa de Itaenga 4Paudalho 4Cachoeirinha 4Camaragibe 3Sanharó 3Bom Jardim 3Bom Conselho 3Paulista 3Ibirajuba 3Tabira 3Betânia 3Araripina 3Cortês 3Chã de Alegria 3

Frequently asked questions

How many medical supplies tenders are open in Pernambuco?

There are 46 medical supplies tenders accepting bids in Pernambuco right now, out of 806 published. This page is updated several times a day from the PNCP.

How much does the government spend on medical supplies?

The average estimated value of these procurements is R$ 2,117,878.44, and the tenders open in Pernambuco add up to R$ 447,204,469.93. The estimated value is the agency's reference price — the final price is usually lower after the bidding phase.

Who buys medical supplies in Pernambuco?

158 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 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: Product registration or notification with Anvisa; Anvisa Operating Authorization (AFE); Sample for technical review; Minimum shelf life at delivery. The tender notice always has the final word.

Do I need to be based in Pernambuco 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 Pernambuco

Other Public Procurement 414,190Construction and Engineering Services 50,569Events, Staging Rental, and Shows 34,647Medicines 23,555Courses and Training 21,103School Meals and Foodstuffs 20,557Vehicle Maintenance and Parts 16,667Health Services and Accreditation 15,498Computers and IT Equipment 12,981Software and Management Systems 11,769Furniture and Equipment 11,604Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 11,379Equipment Maintenance 11,282Machinery, Implements, and Heavy Equipment 10,946Laboratory Tests and Supplies 10,644Cleaning and Sanitizing Supplies 10,319Accreditation and Public Calls 9,264Building Maintenance and Repairs 9,129Uniforms and PPE 8,774Water, Sewage, and Sanitation 8,706Fuel 8,409Office Supplies 6,954Property Rental 6,803

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.