CPV 240 – Chemical Products

What does CPV 240 cover?

CPV group 240 (24000000) is the parent group for chemical products in the Common Procurement Vocabulary, encompassing all chemical substances and compounds procured by public authorities. It serves as the umbrella classification for the full range of chemical product sub-groups, from industrial and medical gases through paints and coatings, fertilisers, basic chemicals, and plastics in primary forms to explosives and fine chemicals.

In the public sector, chemical products are required across an extraordinarily wide range of operations. Municipal water and wastewater utilities use water treatment chemicals in large volumes. Public hospitals require medical gases, disinfectants, and laboratory reagents on a continuous basis. Road maintenance authorities procure road marking materials and de-icing agents. Public parks and sports facility management organisations require fertilisers and soil conditioners. Fire services require specialist chemical extinguishing agents. Public research and inspection facilities use analytical chemicals and laboratory reagents. Police forces and the armed forces have requirements for explosives, pyrotechnics, and specialist chemical equipment.

Group 240 is organised into specific sub-groups (241–249) each covering a distinct chemical product category. The parent code 240 is used either when a procurement covers multiple chemical categories simultaneously or when the precise sub-classification is not determinable. Further information on the CPV system is available from the European Commission (SIMAP) and Regulation (EC) No 213/2008.

Typical Services in CPV 240

• Multi-category chemical supply frameworks for large public institutions
• Chemical product procurement for municipal utilities and public infrastructure
• Industrial chemical supply for public maintenance and operations
• Laboratory chemical supply for public research, testing, and inspection facilities

Examples of Tenders with CPV 240

• Multi-Category Chemical Supply Framework for a University Hospital: A university hospital group tenders a comprehensive chemical supply framework covering medical gases, laboratory reagents, disinfectants, and cleaning chemicals under a single multi-category contract with specialised lot structure.
• Chemical Products for a Municipal Technical Operations Depot: A municipal technical operations service procures a range of operational chemicals including paints, lubricants, cleaning agents, adhesives, and marking materials for depot operations under an annual supply framework.
• Water Treatment and Maintenance Chemicals for a Wastewater Authority: A regional wastewater authority procures multiple chemical product categories for water treatment, pipe maintenance, and operational processes across its network of treatment plants.

Current tenders with CPV 240 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) and on national procurement platforms such as the German Procurement Portal (DTVP).

Who is CPV 240 relevant for?

Public Contracting Authorities

Municipal water and wastewater utilities, public hospitals and university hospitals, road maintenance authorities, public research institutions, municipal technical operations services, public sports facility management organisations, and all authorities procuring across multiple chemical categories are typical contracting authorities under CPV 240.

Companies and Bidders

Full-range chemical distributors, industrial chemical suppliers, and chemical product wholesalers capable of covering multiple categories can win public contracts under CPV 240. REACH compliance, comprehensive safety data sheet documentation, ADR transport certification, ISO 9001, and for specific sub-categories additional specialist permits and licences are typical requirements. 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 240?

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Frequently Asked Questions about CPV 240

What does the CPV code 24000000 mean?

The CPV code 24000000 designates the parent group "Chemical products" in the Common Procurement Vocabulary. It covers the full range of chemical substances and compounds procured by public authorities, serving as the umbrella classification for all chemical product sub-groups (241–249).

How do I find tenders with CPV 240?

Tenders with CPV 240 are published at EU level on TED and on national platforms such as DTVP.

What are the requirements for participating in tenders with CPV 240?

Common requirements include REACH compliance, GHS/CLP safety data sheets, ADR transport certification for hazardous goods, ISO 9001, and product-specific quality documentation. For specialist chemical categories additional permits and licences may apply. Details are governed by the VgV and UVgO depending on contract value.