Metrô de São Paulo opens tender for electricity supply in 2027 and 2028

The Companhia do Metropolitano de São Paulo (Metrô) has opened a tender to contract electricity supply for its activities in 2027 and 2028, according to Diário do Transporte. The notice was published in the State Official Gazette on 4 November 2026. The supply period runs from 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2028.

Key dates and procedure

The procedure is an electronic reverse auction (pregão eletrônico), registered as Pregão Eletrônico nº 10024559 under registration nº 411/2026 on Compras.gov. The public session is scheduled for 17 November 2026 at 9h and will be held through the federal purchasing system. The Metrô said the full notice (edital) would be made available on 4 November 2026.

Why electricity matters for the network

Electricity is one of the main inputs of metro operation. According to the report, it powers train traction and also runs signaling and control equipment, ventilation systems, lighting, escalators, elevators, communication equipment and other facilities. For this reason, energy is a significant part of the system's operating and maintenance costs.

The Metrô's planning for the coming two years includes this contract as part of its expense forecast. Diário do Transporte notes that longer contract periods can help with planning consumption and spending, depending on the commercial and contractual terms set in each tender.

Information not yet available

The summary notice does not show the estimated value of the contract or the expected energy volumes. These details should be found in the full edital, which also sets out the conditions for participation and the technical and commercial requirements. The notice also does not say whether suppliers must provide energy from renewable sources or meet other environmental conditions. According to the report, these points will depend on the review of the edital's clauses.

The choice of supplier and the actual terms of supply will depend on the tender result and the signing of the contract. For passengers, the tender does not announce any change to train services, lines or stations.