DIFICULDADES DE PARTICIPAÇÃO EM LICITAÇÕES PÚBLICAS COM BASE NA LEI 14.133/2021

Abstract

The study analyzes the difficulties faced by suppliers in participating in public procurement processes under Law No. 14,133/2021, using the municipality of Chapadão do Sul – MS as a reference. Through bibliographic and field research involving 41 respondents, a series of obstacles were identified that undermine efficiency and competitiveness in public contracting, such as excessive documentation requirements (52.2%), unfair competition (56.5%), unfeasible prices (78.3%), and delays in payments (60.9%). In addition, many participants showed a complete or partial lack of knowledge of the new legislation, indicating the need for training and technical guidance. The research, however, also revealed positive aspects: 74.3% of the companies reported significant financial returns, and 85.4% expressed interest in continuing to participate in procurement processes. The results highlight the importance of actions such as process simplification, greater standardization of bidding documents, centralization of procurement procedures on consolidated digital platforms, and strict oversight to mitigate anti-competitive practices. Training for both public servants and suppliers was widely recommended as an essential strategy for improving the system. The study concludes that, despite the regulatory advances introduced by Law No. 14,133/2021, its full effectiveness requires continuous investment in procedure standardization, technical development, and incentives for local commerce. Thus, it reinforces the need for public policies that promote greater accessibility, fairness, and sustainability in public procurement, maximizing the law’s positive impact on management and economic development.