CPV 806 – Training in Defence and Security Equipment

What does CPV 806 cover?

CPV group 806 covers training services relating to defence and security equipment. These include training on military weapons systems and equipment, instruction on the operation of security-relevant technologies, training programmes for police and security authorities, and training services on specialist vehicles, communications systems and protective equipment. The training of military personnel on procured defence systems is also tendered under this code.

Public contracting authorities in this area are primarily the Federal Ministry of Defence (BMVg), the Bundeswehr, the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw), state police authorities, the Federal Police and border protection agencies. Contracts in the defence and security sector are often subject to special procurement law rules: the Defence and Security Procurement Regulation (VSVgV) governs the applicable procedures and, under certain conditions, permits restricted competitive procedures or negotiated procedures without prior call for competition.

Training services are frequently awarded together with the procurement of equipment: when the Bundeswehr procures a new weapons system, training for operating and maintenance personnel is awarded either as part of the overall contract or as a separate tender under CPV 806. Refresher training and simulator training for systems already in service are also regularly tendered. Further information on the CPV system is available from the European Commission (SIMAP) and from Regulation (EC) No 213/2008.

Typical Services in CPV 806

Examples of Tenders with CPV 806

• Training on armoured vehicles for the Bundeswehr: The BAAINBw procures training services for crews of a new armoured personnel carrier — driving instruction, tactical training, weapons operation and maintenance training for instructors and operators.
• Simulator training for police helicopters: A state police authority procures simulator training hours for helicopter pilots at a certified full-flight simulator — with standardised training scenarios, examinations and qualification certificates.
• Training on tactical communications systems: A federal authority procures training on the operation and administration of a tactical radio communications system for 120 users and 20 administrators — with in-person training, practical scenarios and training materials.

Current tenders with CPV 806 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) and on national procurement platforms.

Who is CPV 806 relevant for?

Public Contracting Authorities

The Bundeswehr, BAAINBw, state police authorities, the Federal Police, Customs and other security authorities are the central contracting authorities. Within defence procurement programmes, training services are frequently tendered as an ancillary service or standalone item. NATO partners and allied armed forces may also act as contracting authorities when German systems are exported.

Companies and Bidders

Defence companies, systems integrators, specialist training service providers in the defence sector and manufacturers of security technologies are the typical bidders. Personnel security clearances (level Ü2 or Ü3), a company security officer and sector-specific certifications and references in the defence environment are standard 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 806?

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Frequently Asked Questions about CPV 806

What special procurement rules apply to CPV 806?

Contracts in the defence and security sector are subject to the Defence and Security Procurement Regulation (VSVgV), which provides for special procedural rules including stricter security requirements and limited publication obligations. Below the EU thresholds, national rules apply. Details are set out in the VSVgV and the VgV.

Does my staff need a security clearance?

For contracts with classified information components, a personnel security clearance (level Ü2 or Ü3 under the Security Screening Act, SÜG) is regularly required. The company must also have appointed a security officer. Specific requirements are set out in the tender documents.

Where can I find current tenders with CPV 806?

Tenders are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) for EU-wide procedures for national tenders. Some defence tenders are not published openly due to security requirements. Bond automatically aggregates all publicly accessible tenders from over 1,000 portals, filtered by company profile.