CPV 191 – Leather

What does CPV 191 cover?

CPV group 191 (19100000) covers public contracts for leather – tanned cowhide, pigskin, sheepskin, chamois leather, patent leather, artificial leather, and other leather types in various finishes and thicknesses. The group covers leather as a raw material and semi-finished good procured for further processing in craft businesses, workshops, and production facilities.

In the public sector, leather is procured mainly for craft training operations, saddlery training institutions, vocational schools with leather workshops, and workshops in correctional facilities. Police forces and the armed forces occasionally procure leather for the manufacture of specialist equipment, holsters, and accessories. State equestrian units procure saddlery leather for the repair and maintenance of their equipment.

Within CPV division 19, group 191 focuses on leather as a raw material, whereas finished leather goods (shoes, bags) are classified under groups 188 and 189. CPV 191 is distinguished from CPV 196 (leather waste) by covering new, usable leather rather than waste material. Further information on the CPV system is available from the European Commission (SIMAP) and Regulation (EC) No 213/2008.

Typical Services in CPV 191

• Cowhide for saddlery departments and craft training operations
• Chamois leather for maintenance products and craft applications
• Artificial leather for workshops and technical applications
• Specialist leather types for service equipment and state equestrian units

Examples of Tenders with CPV 191

• Cowhide for a Vocational School Saddlery Programme: A vocational school with saddlery training procures cowhide in various thicknesses and finishes for practical instruction in saddlery and leather working.
• Chamois Leather for a Police Equipment Workshop: A regional police force procures chamois leather for the internal cleaning and maintenance of leather equipment items in its workshop.
• Saddlery Leather for a State Police Mounted Unit: A police mounted unit procures quality saddlery leather for the self-repair and maintenance of riding equipment and harnesses.

Current tenders with CPV 191 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) and on national procurement platforms.

Who is CPV 191 relevant for?

Public Contracting Authorities

Vocational schools with saddlery or shoemaking programmes, correctional facilities with leather workshops, state equestrian units, and craft educational institutions are the typical contracting authorities under CPV 191. Procurement volumes are generally modest.

Companies and Bidders

Leather dealers, tanners, and specialist leather merchants can win public contracts under CPV 191. Quality documentation, certificates of origin, and availability in small quantities and various thicknesses are decisive criteria. Information on eligibility requirements and procurement procedures is available from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).

How does Bond help with CPV 191?

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For companies looking for suppliers, subcontractors, or consortium partners for leather supply contracts, company.match provides direct access to qualified firms from an EU-wide database of over 28 million companies. Especially for larger leather supply contracts that a single company 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 191

What does the CPV code 19100000 mean?

The CPV code 19100000 designates the group "Leather" in the Common Procurement Vocabulary. It covers public contracts for tanned and finished leather as raw material and semi-finished goods for craft businesses and educational institutions.

How do I find tenders with CPV 191?

Tenders with CPV 191 are published at EU level on TED and on national platforms.

What are the requirements for participating in tenders with CPV 191?

Typical requirements include quality certificates, certificates of origin, REACH compliance for hazardous substances, and delivery flexibility for various thicknesses and types. Details are governed by the VgV and UVgO depending on contract value.