Credentialing of suppliers of foodstuffs from Family Farming and Rural Family Entrepreneurship for school feeding, intended to serve the National School Feeding Program (PNAE) for a period of up to 12 months.

The Municipality of Itapejara d'Oeste, Paraná, is seeking to credential suppliers of foodstuffs originating from family farming and rural family entrepreneurship. These supplies are designated for school feeding programs, specifically to meet the requirements of the National School Feeding Program (PNAE), for a duration of up to twelve months. This credentialing process aims to establish a list of qualified suppliers who can provide fresh, nutritious, and locally sourced food for students. The legal basis cited is Law 11.947/2009, Article 14, § 1º, which relates to the exemption from bidding for direct acquisitions from family agriculture. This initiative supports local economies, promotes sustainable agricultural practices, and ensures the provision of healthy meals to students, aligning with national food security and education policies. The process focuses on building reliable supply chains for school meals.

This is a services contract in the agriculture and food security and education and training sectors, with a focus on Food Processing and Food Safety. Located in Brazil, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of BRL 2.8 million. Proposals must be submitted before March 5, 2027.

Published through Brazil PNCP, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the agriculture and food security sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.