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Software and Management Systems tenders in São Paulo, Brazil

Accepting bids 93of 2,081 published
Value open now R$ 168.8Msum of open tenders
Average estimated value R$ 3Mper procurement
Buying agencies 741372 cities

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

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How the Brazilian government buys software and systems

Rental or licensing of systems for public accounting, payroll, document tracking, health, education, and transparency portals. Beyond the monthly price, the tender notice (edital) requires data migration, implementation, training, and support — and often calls for a proof of concept, in which the system is demonstrated item by item before the evaluation committee. A bidder that fails the demonstration is disqualified, even with the lowest price.

What the tender notice usually requires

Typical activity code (CNAE): 62.01-5 (custom software development). 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 software and systems in São Paulo

Software and Management Systems by city in São Paulo

São Paulo 357Campinas 62Indaiatuba 37São José dos Campos 35Ribeirão Preto 30Campos do Jordão 28Lençóis Paulista 25Jundiaí 24Piracicaba 23Taubaté 23Americana 22São Carlos 21Araraquara 20São José do Rio Preto 19Votuporanga 19Bilac 18Leme 17Mogi das Cruzes 16Guarulhos 15Mogi Guaçu 15São Caetano do Sul 15Tarumã 15Santo André 14Barueri 13Jaboticabal 13Araras 12Santos 12São Bernardo do Campo 12Botucatu 11Francisco Morato 11Franco da Rocha 11Itapevi 11Jacareí 11Tremembé 11Vinhedo 11Barretos 10Capivari 10Franca 10Hortolândia 10Ilhabela 10

Frequently asked questions

How many software and systems tenders are open in São Paulo?

There are 93 software and systems tenders accepting bids in São Paulo right now, out of 2,081 published. This page is updated several times a day from the PNCP.

How much does the government spend on software and systems?

The average estimated value of these procurements is R$ 3,042,825.09, and the tenders open in São Paulo add up to R$ 168,802,319.57. The estimated value is the agency's reference price — the final price is usually lower after the bidding phase.

Who buys software and systems in São Paulo?

741 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 software and systems 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: Proof of concept / system demonstration; Certificate of implementation at a public entity; Data migration and training; Technical support with an SLA. 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 417,826Construction and Engineering Services 50,910Events, Staging Rental, and Shows 34,835Medicines 23,764Courses and Training 21,290Medical and Hospital Supplies 21,269School Meals and Foodstuffs 20,694Vehicle Maintenance and Parts 16,824Health Services and Accreditation 15,598Computers and IT Equipment 13,112Furniture and Equipment 11,721Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 11,479Equipment Maintenance 11,389Machinery, Implements, and Heavy Equipment 11,042Laboratory Tests and Supplies 10,744Cleaning and Sanitizing Supplies 10,405Accreditation and Public Calls 9,300Building Maintenance and Repairs 9,202Uniforms and PPE 8,855Water, Sewage, and Sanitation 8,740Fuel 8,482Office Supplies 7,003Property Rental 6,844

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.