NACE 23 – Manufacture of Glass, Ceramics and Other Non-metallic Mineral Products | Public Tenders
NACE 23: Glass, ceramics and stone processing in public procurement. CPV codes, contracting authorities and contract types for building materials and sanitary ware.
Definition: NACE 23 covers the manufacture of glass, ceramic products, cement, lime, plaster, concrete products, natural stone goods and other non-metallic mineral products. The sector is a key supplier to the public construction sector.
Legal basis: NACE Rev. 2 (Regulation (EC) No 1893/2006) · Last updated: April 2026
What does NACE 23 cover?
NACE 23 (Manufacture of glass, ceramics and other non-metallic mineral products) classifies manufacturers of construction minerals — a core supplier to public building and civil-engineering works.
| Group | Title | Typical outputs |
|---|---|---|
| 23.1 | Manufacture of glass and glass products | Window glass, flat glass, insulating glass, laboratory glass |
| 23.2 | Manufacture of refractory ceramic products | Furnace linings, refractory bricks |
| 23.3 | Manufacture of clay building materials | Tiles, paving stones, roof tiles |
| 23.4 | Manufacture of other porcelain and ceramic products | Sanitary ware, kitchen tableware |
| 23.5 | Manufacture of cement, lime and plaster | Cement, ground limestone, plaster |
| 23.6 | Manufacture of articles of concrete, cement and plaster | Concrete slabs, pipes, prefabricated elements |
| 23.7 | Cutting, shaping and finishing of stone | Granite, marble, sandstone |
| 23.9 | Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products | Abrasives, mineral fibres, insulation materials |
Public tenders – Glass, ceramics and stone
Building materials from NACE 23 are used in almost every public construction project — from precast concrete elements for bridges to tiles for public baths.
Typical contract types:
- Window glass and glazing: refurbishment of public buildings
- Tiles and ceramic coverings: public baths, schools, administrative buildings
- Precast concrete elements: bridge parts, noise barriers, sewer surrounds
- Cement supplies: building materials for public construction projects
- Sanitary ware: WCs and washbasins for public buildings
- Roof tiles and concrete paving: repairs to public buildings and squares
| CPV code | Title | Application |
|---|---|---|
| 44112000 | Ceramic floor coverings | Tiles |
| 44113000 | Road and paving materials | Concrete paving, natural stone paving |
| 44114000 | Concrete | Concrete products, precast elements |
| 44220000 | Windows and doors | Glazing, window constructions |
| 44411000 | Sanitary ware | WC installations, washbasins |
| 44913000 | Roof tiles | Roof coverings for public buildings |
Contracting authorities
The principal contracting authorities for glass, ceramic and stone products are:
- Municipal building departments: tiles, windows, precast concrete elements for new build and refurbishment
- Road authorities: concrete barriers, noise barriers, paving materials
- Operators of public swimming pools: tile coverings, sanitary ware
- School building programmes: refurbishment of sanitary facilities and floor coverings
- Public housing associations: refurbishment of publicly funded housing
FAQ
Are building-material supplies awarded separately or as part of construction works? Materials are typically part of the construction works tender. For larger volumes (e.g. precast concrete elements for engineering structures), standalone supply contracts can be awarded.
What CE marking is required for construction minerals? Construction products (concrete, cement, tiles, glass) are subject to the EU Construction Products Regulation (CPR) and require a declaration of performance and CE marking in accordance with the relevant EN standards.
Related NACE entries:
- NACE C – Manufacturing
- NACE 23.1 – Manufacture of glass
- NACE 23.5 – Cement and lime
- NACE 23.6 – Concrete products
- NACE 08 – Other mining and quarrying
- NACE 24 – Manufacture of basic metals
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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