CPV 397 – Domestic Appliances

What does CPV 397 cover?

CPV Group 397 covers the procurement of domestic and semi-commercial electrical appliances by public contracting authorities. This includes kitchen appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, cookers, ovens, dishwashers, coffee machines and microwaves; laundry appliances including washing machines, tumble dryers and washer-dryers; and small household appliances such as kettles, toasters and vacuum cleaners for communal use.

The main drivers of procurement under CPV 397 are the equipping of communal kitchens, canteens and staff welfare facilities in public buildings, as well as the supply of appliances for residential care homes, nurseries, school catering facilities and refugee accommodation. Unlike purely domestic procurement, public bodies often require appliances with semi-commercial performance specifications – higher daily usage cycles, commercial energy ratings and longer service lives.

Energy efficiency is a key criterion in public procurement of domestic appliances. The EU's energy labelling scheme under Regulation (EU) 2017/1369 sets minimum requirements, and many contracting authorities apply stricter green procurement criteria under the EU's Green Public Procurement (GPP) guidelines for electrical appliances. Framework agreements are widely used for the ongoing supply and replacement of appliances across multiple premises. Further information on the CPV system is available from the European Commission (SIMAP) and in Regulation (EC) No 213/2008.

Typical Services in CPV 397

• Supply of refrigerators, freezers and under-counter cooling units for public canteens
• Dishwashers and commercial-grade washing machines for institutions
• Cookers, combination ovens and microwave ovens for communal kitchens
• Washing machines and tumble dryers for care homes and residential facilities
• Small appliances for staff kitchens and welfare rooms
• Replacement and upgrade of existing appliance stocks under framework agreements

Examples of Tenders with CPV 397

• Kitchen Appliances for New Nursery and After-School Care Facility: A municipality equips five new nursery buildings with full kitchen appliance packages, including refrigerators, dishwashers, combination ovens and staff kitchenette equipment, with energy class A or better specified.
• Laundry Appliance Framework for Care Home Group: A non-profit care provider tenders a four-year framework agreement for the supply and maintenance of commercial washing machines and tumble dryers across 12 residential care facilities.
• Canteen Equipment Replacement for University: A university procures replacement catering and kitchen appliances for its main student canteen serving 3,500 meals per day, including industrial dishwashers, refrigerated counters and cold room units.

Current tenders with CPV 397 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) and on national procurement platforms.

Who is CPV 397 relevant for?

Public Contracting Authorities

Municipalities, schools, universities, hospitals, care homes, refugee reception centres and public canteen operators are the primary procurers under CPV 397. Energy efficiency requirements and lifecycle cost considerations play an important role in award criteria. Larger authorities use framework agreements to standardise appliance brands and simplify maintenance and spare parts supply.

Companies and Bidders

Domestic appliance manufacturers, commercial kitchen equipment suppliers, appliance dealers and maintenance service providers are the core bidders under CPV 397. Energy efficiency ratings, CE marking and compliance with the EU Ecodesign Regulation are standard requirements. Bidders offering integrated maintenance contracts may gain a competitive advantage. Further information on public procurement participation is available from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).

How does Bond help with CPV 397?

Tender Match – Automatically Find Tenders (CPV 397)

With tender.match, domestic appliance suppliers and kitchen equipment companies automatically receive all relevant tenders with CPV 397 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 appliance 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 397)

For companies looking for suppliers, subcontractors, or consortium partners for large appliance supply or installation projects, company.match provides direct access to qualified firms from an EU-wide database of over 28 million companies. Especially for larger appliance contracts that include installation and maintenance, company.match automatically identifies suitable partners for bidding consortia and partial services – increasing the chances of winning the contract.

Frequently Asked Questions about CPV 397

What does the CPV code 39700000 mean?

The CPV code 39700000 designates the group "Domestic appliances" in the European Common Procurement Vocabulary. It covers the supply of household and semi-commercial electrical appliances for public institutions, including kitchen, laundry and small household appliances.

How do I find tenders with CPV 397?

Tenders with CPV 397 can be searched on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) using the code filter. The lists current national procurements. Bond automatically delivers profile-matched tenders from over 1,000 EU-wide portals.

What are the requirements for participating in tenders with CPV 397?

CE marking, compliance with EU energy labelling requirements under Regulation (EU) 2017/1369, and conformity with the Ecodesign Regulation are standard requirements. References from comparable supply contracts and after-sales service capacity may also be required. Applicable rules are set out in the VgV and the UVgO.