Updated with the latest publication of Oct 21, 2026 · official PNCP data.
REGISTRO DE PREÇOS PARA MATERIAL DE CONSUMO - MATERIAL DE EXPEDIENTE E ESCRITORIO
Barreirinhas · MA
Paper, pens, folders, ink cartridges, and toner — the supplies that keep government offices running. Annual contracts through price registration (registro de preços) are the rule, with dozens of items in the same tender notice (edital) and item-by-item bidding. It is one of the most common entry points for businesses starting to sell to the government, because the qualification (habilitação) requirements are usually simple.
Typical activity code (CNAE): 46.47-8 (office supplies and stationery). Make sure the company's registered business purpose covers the activity before bidding — an incompatible CNAE is grounds for disqualification.
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.
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There are 1 office supplies tenders accepting bids in Maranhão right now, out of 114 published. This page is updated several times a day from the PNCP.
The average estimated value of these procurements is R$ 1,616,585.02, and the tenders open in Maranhão add up to R$ 11,312,799.89. The estimated value is the agency's reference price — the final price is usually lower after the bidding phase.
87 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.
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: Sample of critical items (paper, toner); Brand and model stated in the bid; Staggered delivery. The tender notice always has the final word.
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 Public Procurement 414,190Construction and Engineering Services 50,569Events, Staging Rental, and Shows 34,647Medicines 23,555Courses and Training 21,103Medical and Hospital Supplies 21,097School 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 8,409Property 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.