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Software and Management Systems tenders in Brazil

Accepting bids 452of 11,788 published
Value open now R$ 2.1Bsum of open tenders
Average estimated value R$ 888.5Mper procurement
Buying agencies 5,0512,642 cities

Updated with the latest publication of Oct 25, 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 Brazil

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 Brazil

Software and Management Systems by state

São Paulo 2,062Minas Gerais 1,271Paraná 1,038Santa Catarina 903Rio Grande do Sul 859Goiás 637Bahia 631Rio de Janeiro 521Distrito Federal 521Ceará 486Pernambuco 374Mato Grosso 313Espírito Santo 270Pará 242Rio Grande do Norte 223Maranhão 220Mato Grosso do Sul 196Rondônia 169Tocantins 167Paraíba 159Sergipe 125Amazonas 101Piauí 86Alagoas 86Acre 65Roraima 33Amapá 30

Frequently asked questions

How many software and systems tenders are open in Brazil?

There are 452 software and systems tenders accepting bids in Brazil right now, out of 11,788 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$ 888,514,444.12, and the tenders open in Brazil add up to R$ 2,062,198,960.38. 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 Brazil?

5,051 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 Brazil 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 Brazil

Other Public Procurement 414,893Construction and Engineering Services 50,621Events, Staging Rental, and Shows 34,687Medicines 23,600Courses and Training 21,140Medical and Hospital Supplies 21,135School Meals and Foodstuffs 20,587Vehicle Maintenance and Parts 16,689Health Services and Accreditation 15,520Computers and IT Equipment 13,008Furniture and Equipment 11,642Air 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 9,149Uniforms and PPE 8,790Water, Sewage, and Sanitation 8,712Fuel 8,428Office 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.