CPV 164 – Milking Machines and Dairy Plant

What does CPV Group 164 cover?

CPV Group 164 (16400000) classifies public contracts for milking machines and dairy plant – specialised equipment for the mechanical milking of dairy animals and the initial processing of raw milk at farm level. This encompasses pipeline milking systems, milking parlours (herringbone, rotary and robotic configurations), automatic milking robots, milk cooling and bulk tanks, milk meters and recording equipment, as well as teat dipping and udder hygiene systems.

Public procurement of milking and dairy farm equipment is relatively specialised, occurring principally in institutions that maintain operational dairy herds as part of their activities. State agricultural research institutes with experimental dairy herds procure cutting-edge milking technology for breed improvement and production efficiency research. Agricultural colleges with cow and goat herds procure milking systems for practical student training. Some larger correctional facilities maintain dairy operations and procure milking equipment accordingly.

Given the highly technical nature of milking systems and the importance of herd health and data recording, tenders frequently specify requirements for automated milk yield and quality monitoring, integration with herd management software and compliance with EU dairy hygiene regulations.

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 164

• Herringbone and parallel milking parlour systems
• Automatic milking robots (single and multi-box configurations)
• Milk cooling tanks and refrigerated bulk storage
• Milk meters, conductivity sensors and yield recording equipment
• Udder preparation and teat dipping systems
• Herd management software integration

Examples of Tenders with CPV 164

• Automatic milking robot for an agricultural research institute: A state agricultural institute procures a fully automated milking robot for its fifty-head experimental dairy herd, including herd management software, milk quality sensors and a five-year service contract.
• Herringbone milking parlour for an agricultural college: A state agricultural college installs a new twelve-point herringbone milking parlour for its teaching dairy, complete with milk recording equipment and digital herd data integration.
• Bulk milk tank replacement for a correctional facility farm: A prison authority replaces its bulk milk storage tank with a modern refrigerated stainless steel unit compliant with current EU dairy hygiene regulations.

Current tenders with CPV 164 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) and on national procurement platforms.

Who is CPV 164 relevant for?

Public Contracting Authorities

State agricultural research stations, agricultural and horticultural colleges, correctional facility dairy farms and rural development agencies supporting model farm operations are the primary buyers under CPV 164. Compliance with EU dairy hygiene regulations and data integration with herd management systems are standard specification requirements.

Companies and Bidders

Milking system manufacturers and their authorised dealers, dairy equipment specialists and agricultural engineering firms are the typical bidders. Factory-trained service technicians, proven installation capability and ongoing technical support are critical both for eligibility and contract award.

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 164?

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Frequently Asked Questions about CPV 164

What does the CPV code 16400000 mean?

The CPV code 16400000 covers the group "Milking Machines and Dairy Plant" in the EU's Common Procurement Vocabulary. It classifies public contracts for the supply of milking systems, bulk tanks and dairy farm equipment to public agricultural institutions maintaining dairy herds.

How do I find tenders with CPV 164?

Tenders with CPV 164 are published at EU level on TED. Below-threshold contracts are commonly found on national platforms. Bond aggregates all sources and delivers targeted results.

What are the requirements for participating in tenders with CPV 164?

Requirements typically include manufacturer authorisation, EU dairy hygiene compliance documentation, certified installation and commissioning capability, ongoing technical support and references for comparable dairy plant projects. Details are governed by the VgV or the UVgO depending on contract value.