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Waste Collection and Disposal tenders in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil

Accepting bids 30of 520 published
Value open now R$ 92.3Msum of open tenders
Average estimated value R$ 1.9Mper procurement
Buying agencies 235208 cities

Updated with the latest publication of Oct 28, 2026 · official PNCP data.

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How the Brazilian government buys waste collection

Household waste collection, street sweeping, final disposal, and collection of healthcare waste. These are long, high-value contracts, measured per ton or per kilometer. They require an environmental license for the operator and proven disposal in a licensed landfill — inspectors follow the waste transport manifest.

What the tender notice usually requires

Typical activity code (CNAE): 38.11-4 (collection of non-hazardous waste). 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 Grande do Sul

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 waste collection in Rio Grande do Sul

Waste Collection and Disposal by city in Rio Grande do Sul

Porto Alegre 36Capão da Canoa 12Feliz 10Pelotas 10Ijuí 9Canela 8Erechim 8Lavras do Sul 7Vacaria 7Venâncio Aires 7Alto Feliz 6Alvorada 6Bento Gonçalves 6Caçapava do Sul 6Gravataí 6Picada Café 6São Leopoldo 6Vera Cruz 6Farroupilha 5Horizontina 5Ipê 5Lajeado 5Montenegro 5Piratini 5Santa Maria 5São João do Polêsine 5Soledade 5Taquara 5Triunfo 5Xangri-lá 5Antônio Prado 4Campo Bom 4Carazinho 4Guaporé 4Passo Fundo 4Pinheiro Machado 4Porto Vera Cruz 4Santo Antônio da Patrulha 4São Borja 4Três de Maio 4

Frequently asked questions

How many waste collection tenders are open in Rio Grande do Sul?

There are 30 waste collection tenders accepting bids in Rio Grande do Sul right now, out of 520 published. This page is updated several times a day from the PNCP.

How much does the government spend on waste collection?

The average estimated value of these procurements is R$ 1,936,037.74, and the tenders open in Rio Grande do Sul add up to R$ 92,310,535.89. The estimated value is the agency's reference price — the final price is usually lower after the bidding phase.

Who buys waste collection in Rio Grande do Sul?

235 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 waste collection 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: Environmental operating license; Disposal in a licensed landfill; Compatible fleet; Waste transport manifest. The tender notice always has the final word.

Do I need to be based in Rio Grande do Sul 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 Grande do Sul

Other Public Procurement 420,907Construction and Engineering Services 51,202Events, Staging Rental, and Shows 35,043Medicines 23,936Courses and Training 21,468Medical and Hospital Supplies 21,400School Meals and Foodstuffs 20,817Vehicle Maintenance and Parts 16,934Health Services and Accreditation 15,701Computers and IT Equipment 13,205Software and Management Systems 11,954Furniture and Equipment 11,830Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 11,575Equipment Maintenance 11,465Machinery, Implements, and Heavy Equipment 11,088Laboratory Tests and Supplies 10,827Cleaning and Sanitizing Supplies 10,471Accreditation and Public Calls 9,373Building Maintenance and Repairs 9,270Uniforms and PPE 8,927Water, Sewage, and Sanitation 8,779Fuel 8,536Office Supplies 7,055Property Rental 6,881

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.