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Medicines tenders in São Paulo, Brazil

Accepting bids 267of 7,805 published
Value open now R$ 767.6Msum of open tenders
Average estimated value R$ 1.5Mper procurement
Buying agencies 520449 cities

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

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How the Brazilian government buys medicines

Medicine purchases are among the most frequent in the country: city governments stock their primary-care pharmacies, hospitals replenish inventory, and public health consortia buy jointly to bring prices down. Suppliers need an Operating Authorization (AFE) from Anvisa (Brazil's health regulatory agency), a state or municipal health license and, almost always, proof that the product is registered with Anvisa. Distributors usually compete item by item, with thin margins and high volume.

What the tender notice usually requires

Typical activity code (CNAE): 46.44-3 (wholesale of medicines). 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 São Paulo

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 medicines in São Paulo

Medicines by city in São Paulo

São Paulo 1,024Piraju 446Araraquara 419Ribeirão Preto 296Limeira 223Campinas 183São José do Rio Preto 183Barretos 165Franca 132Marília 125Lençóis Paulista 123Bilac 122Bauru 112Jaú 111Sorocaba 110Botucatu 107Araçatuba 101Taubaté 101Piracicaba 94Tatuí 88Santos 86Vargem Grande do Sul 83São José dos Campos 81Jacareí 67Mococa 64Tarumã 62Americana 60Guarulhos 59Itapetininga 56Pindorama 56Santa Fé do Sul 56São João da Boa Vista 52Atibaia 46Holambra 46São Bernardo do Campo 43Mogi das Cruzes 38Leme 37Amparo 35Bebedouro 35Espírito Santo do Pinhal 33

Frequently asked questions

How many medicines tenders are open in São Paulo?

There are 267 medicines tenders accepting bids in São Paulo right now, out of 7,805 published. This page is updated several times a day from the PNCP.

How much does the government spend on medicines?

The average estimated value of these procurements is R$ 1,465,394.54, and the tenders open in São Paulo add up to R$ 767,639,166.64. The estimated value is the agency's reference price — the final price is usually lower after the bidding phase.

Who buys medicines in São Paulo?

520 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 medicines 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: Operating Authorization (AFE) from Anvisa; Valid health license; Registration of the medicine with Anvisa; Good Practices Certificate when required. The tender notice always has the final word.

Do I need to be based in São Paulo 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 São Paulo

Other Public Procurement 419,099Construction and Engineering Services 51,044Events, Staging Rental, and Shows 34,930Courses 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 11,064Laboratory Tests and Supplies 10,778Cleaning 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.