Análise da economicidade nas compras públicas da saúde de Uberlândia / MG: uma abordagem sobre o pregão eletrônico sob a vigência da lei nº 14.133/2021

Abstract

This study analyzes the effectiveness of electronic bidding processes conducted by the Municipal Health Department of Uberlândia/MG in 2024, in light of Law No. 14,133/2021, focusing on the percentage difference achieved in public procurements. The research, applied in nature, with a quantitative approach and descriptive character, was based on documentary data collected from the bidding portal of the City of Uberlândia. A total of 46 bidding processes were examined, involving 790 items in the categories of medicines, equipment and utensils, and outsourced services. The data were organized in spreadsheets and subjected to percentage calculations between estimated and awarded values. The results indicated an overall success rate of 85.9% and total savings of R$ 33,332,884.39, equivalent to 29.79% of the estimated amount. Medicines accounted for the highest financial volume, with savings of 23.97%, while outsourced services, although representing a smaller absolute value, achieved the highest percentage savings (30.90%). An inverse relationship was observed between financial volume and savings percentage, suggesting different market dynamics across categories. Limitations were identified regarding the use of secondary data and the absence of justifications in deserted or failed processes. It is concluded that electronic bidding is effective in promoting cost-effectiveness and transparency in municipal public procurement, meeting the principles of the new legislation and contributing to the efficient management of public resources. The study provides input for improving bidding practices and encourages further research on the application of Law No. 14,133/2021 in different administrative contexts.