CPV 161 – Tractors

What does CPV Group 161 cover?

CPV Group 161 (16100000) classifies public contracts for the procurement of tractors in all configurations and size classes. This includes agricultural wheel tractors in standard and high-clearance configurations, compact tractors for smaller-scale operations, four-wheel-drive utility tractors, specialist orchard and vineyard tractors, and track-type tractors used in forestry and rough terrain. The group also covers tractor-specific accessories and attachment mounting systems supplied as part of a complete machine package.

Municipal maintenance depots are among the most frequent public buyers of tractors, procuring versatile machines that can be fitted with interchangeable attachments for summer mowing, autumn leaf collection and winter gritting and snowplough operations. Correctional facilities with working farms, state agricultural and horticultural colleges and regional forestry services also procure tractors under this code. Tractors procured for public use are typically required to meet current EU exhaust emission standards (Stage V engine certification) and to have certified service support within the operational area.

Tenders frequently include a comprehensive attachment package alongside the base machine, covering front loaders, mowing decks, salt spreaders and snow clearing equipment. Multi-year maintenance and servicing contracts are often bundled with the machine procurement.

Further information on the CPV system is available from the European Commission (SIMAP) and Regulation (EC) No 213/2008 amending the CPV.

Typical Services in CPV 161

• Agricultural wheel tractors (50–200 hp) for municipal and farm use
• Compact utility tractors for parks and horticulture
• Four-wheel-drive tractors with front loader and three-point hitch
• Specialist forestry tractors and skidding tractors
• Tractor attachment packages (mowers, snowploughs, spreaders)

Examples of Tenders with CPV 161

• Utility tractor with front loader for a municipal works depot: A municipality procures a 90 hp four-wheel-drive tractor with front loader, hydraulic three-point hitch and PTO, plus interchangeable attachments for mowing, snow clearance and gritting operations.
• Compact tractor for a public cemetery and parks department: A city parks department tenders a compact tractor with turf-safe tyres, a mid-mount mowing deck and a small front loader for maintenance of cemeteries and parkland.
• Tractor fleet renewal for an agricultural college: A state agricultural college renews its instructional tractor fleet with three tractors of different power classes, together with a matching suite of implements for student training.

Current tenders with CPV 161 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) and on national procurement platforms such as the German Procurement Portal (DTVP).

Who is CPV 161 relevant for?

Public Contracting Authorities

Municipal maintenance and grounds departments, correctional facility farms, agricultural colleges, regional forestry services and state horticultural research institutes are the primary buyers. Stage V emissions compliance and a certified service network within the operating region are standard tender requirements.

Companies and Bidders

Tractor manufacturers' dealerships, agricultural machinery distributors and municipal equipment specialists are the main bidders. Demonstrating a local service network, parts availability and comprehensive operator training is often as important as the machine specification itself. Multi-brand dealers offering a complete attachment range are well positioned for comprehensive supply tenders.

Information on eligibility criteria and procurement procedures is available from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).

How does Bond help with CPV 161?

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With tender.match, tractor dealerships and agricultural machinery distributors automatically receive all relevant tenders with CPV 161 directly in their dashboard. BOND indexes tenders from over 1,000 procurement portals in the EU – from TED to national platforms and regional contracting authorities. Instead of manually searching dozens of portals every day, matching tractor procurement contracts are filtered and delivered by industry, competency, region, and company profile. An automated gap analysis immediately shows where the company meets the requirements and where gaps exist. This ensures companies never miss a deadline and can focus on preparing their bids.

Company Match – Find the Right Partners and Suppliers (CPV 161)

For companies looking for suppliers, subcontractors, or consortium partners for tractor and agricultural vehicle projects, company.match provides direct access to qualified firms from an EU-wide database of over 28 million companies. Especially for larger fleet supply contracts that a single dealer cannot handle alone, company.match automatically identifies suitable partners for bidding consortia and partial services – increasing the chances of winning the contract.

Frequently Asked Questions about CPV 161

What does the CPV code 16100000 mean?

The CPV code 16100000 covers the group "Tractors" in the EU's Common Procurement Vocabulary. It classifies public contracts for the procurement of agricultural and utility tractors for use in publicly operated farms, municipal grounds maintenance and forestry operations.

How do I find tenders with CPV 161?

Tenders with CPV 161 are published at EU level on TED. The majority of tractor procurement contracts fall below EU thresholds and are published on national platforms such as DTVP. Bond aggregates all sources and delivers targeted results.

What are the requirements for participating in tenders with CPV 161?

Requirements typically include Stage V engine certification, CE conformity documentation, a certified service network within the operating area, operator training provision and references for comparable machine supply contracts. Details are governed by the VgV or the UVgO depending on contract value.