NACE 10 – Manufacture of Food Products and Animal Feeds | Public Tenders
NACE 10: food manufacturing in public tenders. CPV codes, contracting authorities and typical contract types for food supplies.
Definition: NACE 10 covers the processing of agricultural products into foodstuffs as well as the manufacture of animal feeds. The sector is one of the highest-volume supply segments in public procurement, particularly for institutional catering.
Legal basis: NACE Rev. 2 (Regulation (EC) No 1893/2006) · Last updated: April 2026
What does NACE 10 cover?
NACE 10 (Manufacture of food products and animal feeds) classifies businesses across the food processing chain — from slaughterhouses to bakeries — and is closely linked to public institutional catering.
| Group | Title | Typical Goods |
|---|---|---|
| 10.1 | Processing and preserving of meat and production of meat products | Meat and sausage products, frozen items |
| 10.2 | Processing and preserving of fish, crustaceans and molluscs | Fish preserves, smoked products, frozen fish |
| 10.3 | Processing and preserving of fruit and vegetables | Canned goods, frozen vegetables, juices |
| 10.4 | Manufacture of vegetable and animal oils and fats | Edible oils, margarine, lard |
| 10.5 | Manufacture of dairy products | Milk, yoghurt, cheese, butter |
| 10.6 | Manufacture of grain mill products, starches and starch products | Flour, semolina, starch |
| 10.7 | Manufacture of bakery and farinaceous products | Bread, bakery products, pasta |
| 10.8 | Manufacture of other food products | Spices, sugar, chocolate, soups |
| 10.9 | Manufacture of prepared animal feeds | Animal feed, compound feed |
Public tenders – food manufacturing
Food supplies to public institutions are among the most frequent procurement transactions in the public sector — from school kitchens to military hospitals.
Typical contract types:
- Catering supplies for schools and nurseries: Fresh and frozen foodstuffs, organic produce
- Catering and supply to hospitals: Diet meals, fresh meat, dairy products
- Armed forces catering: Large-volume procurement of ready meals, preserves, dry foods
- Prisons and correctional facilities: Staple foods in bulk quantities
- Research institutions: Feeds for laboratory animal breeding
| CPV Code | Title | Application |
|---|---|---|
| 15000000 | Food, beverages, tobacco and related products | General food supplies |
| 15100000 | Animal products, meat and meat products | Meat and sausage products |
| 15300000 | Fruit, vegetables and related products | Fresh and processed fruit/vegetables |
| 15500000 | Dairy products | Milk, cheese, yoghurt |
| 15600000 | Grain mill products, starches and starch products | Flour, semolina |
| 15810000 | Bread products, fresh pastry goods and cakes | Bakery products for institutions |
Contracting authorities
The principal contracting authorities for food supplies are:
- Schools and childcare facilities: Daily catering supplies
- Armed forces and military: Large quantities of long-life and fresh foods
- Hospitals and care homes: Recurring supply contracts for fresh produce
- Correctional facilities: Basic food supply
- Universities and student services: Refectory procurement
FAQ
How are food tenders structured? Food contracts are typically split into product-group lots (e.g. Lot 1: meat, Lot 2: dairy, Lot 3: bakery). This enables smaller suppliers to participate. Framework agreements running for one to four years are standard.
Which quality certifications are required for food supplies? Frequently requested certifications include IFS Food, BRC or organic certifications, HACCP concepts and evidence of supply-chain transparency. Contracting authorities increasingly value regional origin and organic production.
Related NACE entries:
- NACE C – Manufacturing
- NACE 10.1 – Processing and preserving of meat
- NACE 10.5 – Manufacture of dairy products
- NACE 10.7 – Manufacture of bakery and farinaceous products
- NACE 11 – Manufacture of beverages
- NACE 01 – Crop and animal production, hunting
Last updated: April 2026 All information provided without warranty. For legally binding advice, please consult a law firm specialising in public procurement law.
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