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School Meals and Foodstuffs tenders in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Accepting bids 16of 518 published
Value open now R$ 62.2Msum of open tenders
Average estimated value R$ 2.9Mper procurement
Buying agencies 14067 cities

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

How the Brazilian government buys school meals

The largest food procurement program in the country. Besides the traditional reverse auction (pregão), a mandatory share is bought from family farming (agricultura familiar) through a public call (chamada pública). Perishables usually have weekly deliveries and require proper transport and a health permit; batches are often rejected on delivery when the product does not match the specification.

What the tender notice usually requires

Typical activity code (CNAE): 46.39-7 (food wholesale). 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 Rio de Janeiro

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 school meals in Rio de Janeiro

School Meals and Foodstuffs by city in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro 190Macaé 52Niterói 20São José do Vale do Rio Preto 19Petrópolis 18Campos dos Goytacazes 18Resende 10Paty do Alferes 10Conceição de Macabu 9São Gonçalo 9Nova Friburgo 8Itaguaí 8São Pedro da Aldeia 6Rio das Ostras 6Casimiro de Abreu 6Paraty 6Valença 6Japeri 5Nova Iguaçu 5Magé 5Pinheiral 5Itaocara 4Sumidouro 4Itatiaia 4São Fidélis 4Teresópolis 4Duque de Caxias 4Barra Mansa 4São Sebastião do Alto 3São Francisco de Itabapoana 3Porto Real 3Rio Bonito 3Aperibé 3Piraí 3Sapucaia 3Trajano de Moraes 3Bom Jardim 3Maricá 2Arraial do Cabo 2Belford Roxo 2

Frequently asked questions

How many school meals tenders are open in Rio de Janeiro?

There are 16 school meals tenders accepting bids in Rio de Janeiro right now, out of 518 published. This page is updated several times a day from the PNCP.

How much does the government spend on school meals?

The average estimated value of these procurements is R$ 2,921,650.64, and the tenders open in Rio de Janeiro add up to R$ 62,214,817.41. The estimated value is the agency's reference price — the final price is usually lower after the bidding phase.

Who buys school meals in Rio de Janeiro?

140 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 school meals 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: Health permit and SIM/SIF/SISBI registration (municipal, federal, or national inspection service) for animal products; Proper transport for perishables; Samples and lab reports; Delivery every week or every two weeks. The tender notice always has the final word.

Do I need to be based in Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro

Other Public Procurement 414,861Construction and Engineering Services 50,619Events, Staging Rental, and Shows 34,687Medicines 23,600Courses and Training 21,140Medical and Hospital Supplies 21,135Vehicle Maintenance and Parts 16,689Health Services and Accreditation 15,517Computers and IT Equipment 13,007Software and Management Systems 11,787Furniture 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 9,148Uniforms 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.