The operator ensures the functioning of critical networks and emergency numbers in the country, according to the Justice Department. The corporate division of Oi Soluções, essential for lottery outlets and security agencies, saw its number of clients fall by 45% in one year, to 9,2.
Caixa's contract with the company, worth R$ 116 million, aims to service 50 Lottery Financial Terminals, many of which are over 10 years old; the amount is double what was paid in 2013.
The process will select individuals or legal entities to operate the activity for 20 years. Interested parties can submit proposals until August 31st to operate the service for two decades, according to the notice published by Caixa.