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Uniforms and PPE tenders in Brazil

Accepting bids 370of 8,788 published
Value open now R$ 688.1Msum of open tenders
Average estimated value R$ 1.2Mper procurement
Buying agencies 4,0262,721 cities

Updated with the latest publication of Oct 24, 2026 · official PNCP data.

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How the Brazilian government buys uniforms and PPE

Uniforms for public employees, school uniforms, and personal protective equipment (PPE). PPE items need a valid Certificate of Approval (CA) from the Ministry of Labor; uniforms usually require a sewn sample, a size chart, and delivery deadlines per batch.

What the tender notice usually requires

Typical activity code (CNAE): 46.42-7 (clothing and accessories). 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 uniforms and PPE in Brazil

Uniforms and PPE by state

São Paulo 1,819Minas Gerais 1,047Paraná 773Rio Grande do Sul 726Santa Catarina 655Goiás 603Bahia 530Rio de Janeiro 348Ceará 347Pernambuco 247Espírito Santo 174Paraíba 151Rio Grande do Norte 150Pará 142Tocantins 135Mato Grosso 129Mato Grosso do Sul 122Maranhão 107Distrito Federal 106Piauí 100Rondônia 93Alagoas 88Sergipe 80Amazonas 55Acre 31Roraima 16Amapá 14

Frequently asked questions

How many uniforms and PPE tenders are open in Brazil?

There are 370 uniforms and PPE tenders accepting bids in Brazil right now, out of 8,788 published. This page is updated several times a day from the PNCP.

How much does the government spend on uniforms and PPE?

The average estimated value of these procurements is R$ 1,212,121.10, and the tenders open in Brazil add up to R$ 688,123,071.23. The estimated value is the agency's reference price — the final price is usually lower after the bidding phase.

Who buys uniforms and PPE in Brazil?

4,026 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 uniforms and PPE 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: Valid CA for each PPE item; Sample and size chart; Fabric composition as specified in the tender notice. 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 414,868Construction and Engineering Services 50,619Events, Staging Rental, and Shows 34,687Medicines 23,600Courses and Training 21,140Medical and Hospital Supplies 21,135School Meals and Foodstuffs 20,585Vehicle Maintenance and Parts 16,689Health Services and Accreditation 15,518Computers 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 9,148Water, 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.