NACE 22 – Manufacture of Rubber and Plastic Products | Public Tenders
NACE 22: Rubber and plastics manufacturing in public procurement. CPV codes, contracting authorities and contract types for pipes, seals and plastic parts.
Definition: NACE 22 covers the manufacture of tyres, technical rubber goods, plastic sheets, pipes, packaging and other plastic products. The sector is an important supplier to public construction and infrastructure projects.
Legal basis: NACE Rev. 2 (Regulation (EC) No 1893/2006) · Last updated: April 2026
What does NACE 22 cover?
NACE 22 (Manufacture of rubber and plastic products) classifies producers of technical rubber and plastic items — suppliers to public construction, water management and vehicle procurement.
| Group | Title | Typical outputs |
|---|---|---|
| 22.1 | Manufacture of rubber products | Tyres, hoses, seals, rubber buffers |
| 22.2 | Manufacture of plastic products | Pipes, sheets, films, packaging, components |
Public tenders – Rubber and plastics
Rubber and plastic products are used on a mass scale in public infrastructure — from sewer pipes and vehicle tyres to sealing systems.
Typical contract types:
- Plastic pipes for water supply: HDPE pipes, PVC pipes for municipal water supply and wastewater systems
- Manholes and manhole covers: plastic shaft rings, inspection chambers
- Vehicle tyres: tyres for municipal fleets and the armed forces
- Rubber seals and joint tape: sealing systems in building and civil engineering
- Plastic parts for vehicles and machinery: spare parts for public fleets
| CPV code | Title | Application |
|---|---|---|
| 25200000 | Plastic products | Plastic products in general |
| 44163000 | Pipes and fittings | Water supply pipes |
| 44165000 | Hoses, pipes and fittings | Rubber hoses, pressure pipes |
| 34351100 | Tyres for motor vehicles | Vehicle tyres for fleets |
| 34351110 | Summer tyres | Municipal vehicle fleet |
| 25110000 | Rubber tyres for vehicles | All tyre types |
Contracting authorities
The principal contracting authorities for rubber and plastic products are:
- Municipal water utilities: pipes, shafts, seals for water and wastewater
- Road authorities: rubber buffers, barrier systems, plastic delineator posts
- Municipal fleet operators: vehicle tyres for all fleet types
- Armed forces: tyres, technical rubber equipment
- Fire and rescue services: hoses, sealing material
FAQ
Do tyres for municipal vehicles have to be put out to tender? Once the procurement thresholds are reached, tendering is required. Framework agreements for tyre supply and fitting are standard for larger fleets (cities, districts).
What requirements apply to plastic pipes for public water supply? Pipes must comply with drinking-water standards (EN 12201 for PE pipes, DIN 8061/8062 for PVC pipes) and be made from certified materials. DVGW certification is required for drinking-water applications.
Related NACE entries:
- NACE C – Manufacturing
- NACE 22.1 – Manufacture of rubber products
- NACE 22.2 – Manufacture of plastic products
- NACE 20 – Manufacture of chemicals
- NACE 23 – Manufacture of glass and ceramics
Last updated: April 2026 All information provided without warranty. For legally binding advice, please consult a law firm specialising in public procurement.
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