🇮🇷 Iran · Government procurement
How government tenders are published and accessed in Iran.
Iran publishes government procurement notices through SETAD (setadiran.ir), the country's state electronic trading system used by government agencies and affiliated bodies for tender announcements and procurement processes. This guide explains how the system is structured, what participation requires, and how Sell to State makes Iranian procurement data searchable.
Four steps to engaging with Iran government procurement.
1
Understand SETAD's role and registration requirements
SETAD is the primary digital platform for Iran's public procurement. Companies intending to bid must register on the platform and provide required identification and financial documents in accordance with Iranian commercial law.
2
Search tender notices by issuing agency and category
SETAD publishes notices from a wide range of government bodies, covering works, goods, and services. Each notice includes the issuing entity, scope, and submission deadline.
3
Prepare a bid that meets technical and legal specifications
Iranian procurement rules require suppliers to meet specific technical criteria and provide guarantees such as bid bonds. All bid materials must comply with the format and legal requirements set out in each tender package.
4
Track award announcements and procurement patterns
Award information published through SETAD provides insight into contract values, winning suppliers, and procurement frequency by agency — useful for long-term market planning.
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Search Iran government tenders
SETAD (the State Property and Assets Administration system associated with government procurement in Iran) serves as the electronic channel through which a wide range of Iranian government bodies publish procurement notices. Iran's procurement law requires competitive tendering for government purchases above specified thresholds, covering infrastructure, industrial supply, services, and goods across numerous ministries and public bodies.
Access to Iran's procurement market is subject to domestic legal and regulatory conditions. Foreign companies face significant constraints due to international sanctions regimes in addition to domestic procurement rules. Participation eligibility depends on the specific issuing entity, the contract category, and the current legal framework. Prospective suppliers should obtain qualified legal counsel before attempting to engage with Iranian government contracting.
For market intelligence, trade research, or tracking procurement patterns, Sell to State indexes publicly available tender data from SETAD. You can search Iranian procurement notices by keyword, sector, or issuing authority in plain English, and save tender searches with a daily email alert.
Frequently asked questions
What is SETAD in Iran?
SETAD (setadiran.ir) is Iran's state electronic system for publishing government procurement notices. It is used by a wide range of Iranian government ministries and public bodies to announce tenders for goods, works, and services.
Who can bid on Iran government tenders?
Bidding on Iran government tenders is primarily open to Iranian-registered companies meeting the eligibility criteria set in each notice. Foreign participation is heavily restricted by both domestic procurement rules and international sanctions; qualified legal advice is essential before engaging.
Is SETAD free to access?
Browsing published tender notices on SETAD is generally available without charge. Formal registration as a supplier and participation in specific tenders may carry administrative requirements and fees as set by the platform and issuing entity.
How can I get alerts for Iran tenders through Sell to State?
Search Iran procurement data on Sell to State by keyword or sector and save the search. Turn on the alert for the saved tender search: once a day, we email you the number of new open and awarded tenders that match it.
What Iran procurement data does Sell to State cover?
Sell to State indexes publicly available tender notices from SETAD, covering announcements by Iranian government ministries and public bodies across works, services, and supply categories.
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