CPV 22 – Printed Matter and Related Products

What does CPV 22 cover?

CPV division 22 (22000000) covers public contracts for printed matter and related products – a broad category encompassing books, periodicals, brochures, forms, labels, postage stamps, printing inks, office paper articles, and all other printed materials procured by public authorities. The division covers both the procurement of finished printed products and the materials and media required to produce them.

Printed matter is one of the most frequently procured product categories across all levels of public administration. Central and local government authorities, public educational institutions, libraries, public health services, police forces, and municipal utilities are among the largest buyers of printed materials. Procurement ranges from standard office forms and letterheads to specialist publications, legal gazettes, certificates, and security printing.

Within the overall CPV structure, division 22 is distinct from division 30 (office equipment) and division 72 (IT services). It focuses exclusively on the physical output of print and the materials used to produce it, rather than the printing services themselves, which are classified under CPV 79. Further information on the CPV system is available from the European Commission (SIMAP) and Regulation (EC) No 213/2008.

Key CPV Groups in Division 22

Examples of Tenders with CPV 22

• Annual Subscription Package for a Public Library Network: A municipal library service tenders a framework agreement for the annual supply of books, journals, and periodical subscriptions across its branch network.
• Official Forms and Letterheads for a Regional Authority: A state administration office procures standardised official forms, letterheads, and printed stationery for all departments.
• Security Printing for Municipal Parking Permits: A city administration tenders the design and production of tamper-proof parking permits, coupons, and zone stickers with security features.

Current tenders with CPV 22 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) and on national procurement platforms.

Who is CPV 22 relevant for?

Public Contracting Authorities

Central and regional government departments, municipal administrations, public libraries, educational institutions, public health authorities, police forces, and municipal utilities are typical contracting authorities under CPV 22. Printed matter is procured at all levels of public administration and in virtually every functional area.

Companies and Bidders

Publishers, printing companies, office supply distributors, security printers, and specialist printed goods suppliers can win public contracts under CPV 22. Depending on the sub-group, relevant requirements include print quality certifications, security printing accreditations, ISO 9001 certification, environmental standards (e.g. FSC, Blue Angel), and delivery reliability. 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 22?

Tender Match – Automatically Find Tenders (CPV 22)

With tender.match, publishers, printing companies, and office supply distributors automatically receive all relevant tenders with CPV 22 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 printed matter and supply 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 22)

For companies looking for suppliers, subcontractors, or consortium partners for printed matter contracts, company.match provides direct access to qualified firms from an EU-wide database of over 28 million companies. Especially for larger 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 22

What does CPV division 22 cover?

CPV division 22 covers all public contracts for printed matter and related products, including books, periodicals, forms, stamps, labels, printing inks, and office paper articles. It encompasses both finished printed goods and the materials and media used to produce them.

How do I find tenders with CPV 22?

Tenders with CPV 22 are published at EU level on TED and on national platforms.

What are the requirements for participating in tenders with CPV 22?

Requirements vary by sub-group but typically include print quality documentation, FSC or PEFC certification for paper products, ISO 9001 certification, and for security printing the relevant accreditations. Details are governed by the VgV and UVgO depending on contract value.