CPV 761 – Professional Services for the Gas Sector

What does CPV Group 761 cover?

CPV group 761 covers professional services for the gas sector. This includes technical and operational services for gas network infrastructure, specialised advisory on gas safety and regulation, planning and operation of gas distribution systems, and professional support for the development and operation of gas storage facilities and transmission pipelines. Public contracting authorities such as gas network operators with state ownership participation and public utility companies use this code for specialised professional services in the gas sector.

The transformation of the gas sector towards hydrogen and green gases is a significant driver of new service requirements. Gas infrastructure operators require specialist advisory on the hydrogen-readiness of existing networks, on certification requirements and on the regulatory framework. Public companies preparing their gas network infrastructure for the hydrogen economy commission technical service providers to carry out these transformation tasks, creating growing procurement volumes under CPV 761.

Occupational and installation safety are of the highest priority in the gas sector. Service providers must comply with applicable safety standards, demonstrate verifiable experience with gas-related works and be familiar with the relevant technical standards, including the DVGW technical regulations in Germany and the corresponding EN standards across Europe.

Further information on the CPV system is available from the European Commission (SIMAP) and from Regulation (EC) No 213/2008 on the revision of the CPV.

Typical Services in CPV 761

Examples of Tenders with CPV 761

• Condition Assessment for a Gas Transmission Network Operator: A public transmission network operator procures a condition assessment of its 850 km high-pressure pipeline network – leak detection, corrosion surveys, residual service life assessment and prioritisation of rehabilitation measures.
• Hydrogen-Readiness Assessment for a Municipal Gas Utility: A municipal gas utility procures a technical assessment of the hydrogen compatibility of its distribution network – materials testing, valve and seal assessment, compressor evaluation and recommendations for necessary conversion measures.
• Safety Advisory for a New Gas Storage Project: A state energy agency procures safety advisory services for the approval of a new cavern storage facility – risk analysis, safety concept and support during the regulatory permit process.

Current tenders with CPV 761 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) and on national procurement platforms.

Who is CPV 761 relevant for?

Public Contracting Authorities

Transmission network operators with state ownership participation, public gas utility companies and gas network regulatory authorities are the contracting authorities under CPV 761. The energy transition and the transformation of the gas sector towards hydrogen are generating new advisory and planning requirements and increasing procurement activity under this code.

Companies and Bidders

Engineering firms specialising in gas, DVGW-certified inspection service providers, technical consultancies with an energy infrastructure focus and specialist inspection companies are the relevant bidders. DVGW certifications, HSE evidence and references from comparable gas infrastructure projects are essential qualification requirements. Further information is available from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).

How does Bond help with CPV 761?

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Frequently Asked Questions about CPV 761

What does the CPV code 76100000 mean?

The CPV code 76100000 designates professional services for the gas sector in the European classification system. It covers technical, operational and advisory services for gas infrastructure and gas companies.

How do I find tenders with CPV 761?

Tenders with CPV 761 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.

Which technical standards are relevant for gas sector tenders?

In Germany, the DVGW technical regulations (Deutsche Vereinigung des Gas- und Wasserfaches) define the technical standards for gas infrastructure. Across the EU, the relevant EN standards for gas pipelines also apply. Additionally, the Industrial Safety Ordinance (BetrSichV) and the Energy Industry Act (EnWG) are applicable in Germany. Procurement law requirements are governed by the VgV and the UVgO.