CPV 35 – Security, Fire-Protection, Police and Defence Equipment

What does CPV 35 cover?

CPV Division 35 encompasses security, fire protection, police and defence equipment. It covers protective equipment and uniforms for security personnel, fire suppression systems and sprinkler installations, alarm systems and access control, locks and safes, surveillance cameras and CCTV systems, and specialised defence equipment. The division spans both passive security products and active protection systems.

Within the CPV hierarchy, Division 35 is distinct from Division 32 (telecommunications equipment, under which simple camera components may be classified) and Division 45 (construction works for fire protection structures). CPV 35 focuses on the supply of security product systems. Key sub-groups include fire protection equipment (CPV Group 351), police equipment (CPV Group 352), security devices and protective equipment (CPV Group 353), military vehicles (CPV Group 354), warships (CPV Group 355), military aircraft (CPV Group 356), military electronic systems (CPV Group 357), and personal military equipment (CPV Group 358).

Demand in CPV 35 is consistently high: security authorities continuously modernise their equipment, new authority and clinic buildings require comprehensive fire protection systems, and the societal focus on security is driving investment in access control and video surveillance. Defence contracts are often subject to special procurement rules, whilst municipal fire protection equipment is tendered under standard procedures.

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

Key CPV Groups in Division 35

Examples of Tenders with CPV 35

• Fire Detection and Sprinkler System for an Administrative Building: A district authority procures a complete fire detection system and a sprinkler installation for a six-storey administrative building, including commissioning, documentation and annual maintenance – published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily).
• Access Control and Video Surveillance for a Police Headquarters: A state police authority tenders the supply and installation of a digital access control system for 120 doors and an IP video surveillance system with central management software – advertised.
• Personal Protective Equipment for Fire Services: A district authority procures fire service protective suits, helmets, gloves and breathing apparatus for 14 voluntary fire brigades in accordance with applicable EN standards, divided into lots by equipment type.

Current tenders with CPV 35 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) and on national procurement platforms.

Who is CPV 35 relevant for?

Public Contracting Authorities

Police, fire services and armed forces are the primary contracting authorities for specialised security and defence equipment. In addition, building management authorities at federal, state and municipal level regularly tender fire protection systems and security technology for new and existing buildings. Customs, federal police and other security authorities have their own continuous procurement cycles. Publicly owned hospitals and care homes are subject to stringent fire protection regulations and must renew their systems periodically.

Companies and Bidders

Security technology manufacturers, fire protection specialist contractors and defence companies are the key bidder groups. In the fire protection segment, many medium-sized specialist firms operate as regional system integrators. Security clearances and non-disclosure obligations are frequently relevant for defence equipment. System certifications (for example VdS approvals for alarm systems) and compliance with applicable DIN standards are standard requirements. Further information is available from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).

How does Bond help with CPV 35?

Tender Match – Automatically Find Tenders (CPV 35)

With tender.match, security technology and fire protection companies automatically receive all relevant tenders with CPV 35 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 security equipment 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 35)

For companies looking for suppliers, subcontractors, or consortium partners for security projects, company.match provides direct access to qualified firms from an EU-wide database of over 28 million companies. Especially for larger security equipment procurements 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 35

What does the CPV code 35000000 mean?

CPV code 35000000 designates the division "Security, Fire-Protection, Police and Defence Equipment" in the European Common Procurement Vocabulary. It consolidates all procurements in the field of physical security – from fire suppression systems through surveillance systems and alarm installations to personal protective equipment and military materiel.

How do I find tenders with CPV 35?

Tenders with CPV 35 can be searched using the CPV filter on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily). At national level lists current procurements. BOND aggregates tenders from over 1,000 portals and delivers matching opportunities filtered by specialisation (fire protection, access control, police equipment, etc.).

What are the requirements for participating in tenders with CPV 35?

Technical competence certificates, standard-specific certifications (for example DIN 14675 for fire detection systems, VdS classes for intruder alarm systems) and references from comparable projects are typically required. For security-sensitive contracts, security vetting of the bidder and its employees may be a prerequisite. Details are governed by VgV and UVgO depending on the contract value.