CPV 60 – Transport Services

What does CPV 60 cover?

CPV division 60 covers transport services procured by public contracting authorities. This encompasses road passenger and freight transport, rail passenger transport, air transport, inland waterway and maritime transport, pipeline transport, and all associated auxiliary transport services. The division is one of the broadest in the CPV system, reflecting the central role of mobility and logistics in public-sector operations.

Public procurement of transport services occurs across a wide range of public-sector contexts. Municipalities and regional transport authorities procure bus, tram and suburban rail services under public service obligations; state and federal authorities tender transport for official business travel; hospitals, schools and social care providers procure patient transport, school transport and mobility services for vulnerable groups.

The legal framework for transport service procurement is governed by EU Regulation (EC) No 1370/2007 for public passenger transport services by rail and road, as well as the general procurement directives for other transport categories. Sustainability is an increasingly important dimension, with authorities specifying zero-emission vehicle requirements, electrified fleets and climate-compatible transport modes. Further information on the CPV system is available from the European Commission (SIMAP) and Regulation (EC) No 213/2008.

Key CPV Groups in Division 60

Examples of Tenders with CPV 60

• Regional bus network concession: A regional transport authority tenders a public service contract for bus operations across a rural district, covering 14 routes, a fleet of 22 vehicles (minimum Euro VI), timetable integration with rail connections and a mandatory accessibility standard for disabled passengers.
• Patient transport framework contract: A state hospital association tenders a framework contract for non-emergency patient transport services across a network of public hospitals – including wheelchair-accessible vehicles, stretcher transport and accompanied journeys for outpatient appointments.
• School transport services: A municipal school authority procures transport services for pupils attending special needs schools across the district, with defined vehicle standards, trained escort staff and door-to-door service requirements.

Current tenders with CPV 60 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) and on national procurement platforms.

Who is CPV 60 relevant for?

Public Contracting Authorities

Regional transport authorities, municipal transport departments, school authorities, hospital networks, social care providers, federal authorities procuring official business travel, and defence and security bodies with logistics requirements are the main contracting authorities across this division.

Companies and Bidders

Bus and coach operators, logistics companies, rail operators, airlines, shipping companies and specialist patient or school transport providers are typical bidders. Licences, vehicle certifications, driver qualifications, fleet capacity, environmental standards compliance and references for comparable public-sector transport contracts are generally required. Further information on eligibility requirements and procurement procedures is provided by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).

How does Bond help with CPV 60?

Tender Match – Automatically Find Tenders (CPV 60)

With tender.match, transport companies and logistics providers automatically receive all relevant tenders with CPV 60 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 transport service 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 60)

For companies looking for suppliers, subcontractors, or consortium partners for transport and mobility projects, company.match provides direct access to qualified firms from an EU-wide database of over 28 million companies. Especially for larger transport network 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 60

What does the CPV code 60000000 mean?

The CPV code 60000000 designates the entire transport services division in the European classification system for public contracts. It is used when a contract encompasses multiple transport modes or when a general transport service code is required. Subordinate codes specify the transport mode at group and class level.

How do I find tenders with CPV 60?

Tenders with CPV 60 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) for EU-wide procedures for national tenders. Bond automatically aggregates all relevant tenders from over 1,000 portals and delivers them filtered by company profile.

What are the requirements for participating in tenders with CPV 60?

Requirements vary by transport mode but generally include transport licences, vehicle certifications, driver qualifications, environmental standards compliance and references for comparable public-sector contracts. Details are governed by the VgV and the UVgO depending on the contract value.