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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.

GroupTitleTypical outputs
23.1Manufacture of glass and glass productsWindow glass, flat glass, insulating glass, laboratory glass
23.2Manufacture of refractory ceramic productsFurnace linings, refractory bricks
23.3Manufacture of clay building materialsTiles, paving stones, roof tiles
23.4Manufacture of other porcelain and ceramic productsSanitary ware, kitchen tableware
23.5Manufacture of cement, lime and plasterCement, ground limestone, plaster
23.6Manufacture of articles of concrete, cement and plasterConcrete slabs, pipes, prefabricated elements
23.7Cutting, shaping and finishing of stoneGranite, marble, sandstone
23.9Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral productsAbrasives, 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 codeTitleApplication
44112000Ceramic floor coveringsTiles
44113000Road and paving materialsConcrete paving, natural stone paving
44114000ConcreteConcrete products, precast elements
44220000Windows and doorsGlazing, window constructions
44411000Sanitary wareWC installations, washbasins
44913000Roof tilesRoof 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.


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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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