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Uniforms and PPE tenders in Brazil

Accepting bids 362of 8,774 published
Value open now R$ 666.1Msum of open tenders
Average estimated value R$ 1.2Mper procurement
Buying agencies 4,0222,717 cities

Updated with the latest publication of Oct 23, 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 1,813Minas Gerais 1,044Paraná 772Rio Grande do Sul 726Santa Catarina 654Goiás 603Bahia 528Rio de Janeiro 348Ceará 347Pernambuco 247Espírito Santo 174Paraíba 151Rio Grande do Norte 150Pará 142Tocantins 135Mato Grosso 129Mato Grosso do Sul 122Maranhão 106Distrito 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 362 uniforms and PPE tenders accepting bids in Brazil right now, out of 8,774 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$ 1,211,337.39, and the tenders open in Brazil add up to R$ 666,128,286.02. 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?

4,022 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 414,190Construction 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 9,129Water, Sewage, and Sanitation 8,706Fuel 8,409Office Supplies 6,954Property 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.