NACE 47 – Retail Trade, Except of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles | Public Tenders
NACE 47 Retail trade: public contracts for the procurement of goods and products in retail. CPV codes, contracting authorities and tenders.
Definition: NACE 47 covers the retail sale of goods of all kinds — from food and clothing to electronics and books. For the public sector, retail is primarily relevant for small-scale procurement, canteen supply and social institutions.
Legal basis: NACE Rev. 2 (Regulation (EC) No 1893/2006) · Last updated: January 2026
What does NACE 47 cover?
NACE 47 (Retail trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles) classifies companies that sell goods directly to end consumers — an area that is relevant for public contracting authorities primarily in connection with concessions, operating rights and very low-value procurement.
| Group | Title | Typical activities |
|---|---|---|
| 47.1 | Retail sale in non-specialised stores | Supermarkets, department stores, general goods |
| 47.2 | Retail sale of food, beverages and tobacco in specialised stores | Bakery, butcher, fruit/vegetables |
| 47.3 | Retail sale of automotive fuel in specialised stores | Filling stations (e.g. on federal motorways) |
| 47.4 | Retail sale of ICT in specialised stores | Computers, telecoms, consumer electronics |
| 47.5 | Retail sale of household goods in specialised stores | Furniture, textiles, DIY |
| 47.6 | Retail sale of cultural and recreation goods in specialised stores | Books, sport, toys |
| 47.7 | Retail sale of other goods in specialised stores | Clothing, watches, optics, health |
| 47.8 | Retail sale via stalls and markets | Markets, fairs |
| 47.9 | Retail trade not in stores, stalls or markets | Online procurement, catalogue retail |
Public Tenders – Retail Trade
Public contracting authorities are active in the retail sector primarily as concession grantors and in fitting out social institutions:
- Concessions for retail space in public buildings (railway stations, airports)
- Operation of kiosks and vending machines in government buildings
- Supply of books and teaching aids for libraries and schools
- Clothing and equipment items for social institutions
- Sports equipment and leisure facilities for public institutions
- Online procurement of standard items via dynamic purchasing systems
Relevant CPV codes
| CPV code | Title | Field of application |
|---|---|---|
| 22110000 | Printed books | Library procurement, teaching aids |
| 18000000 | Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories | Clothing for institutions |
| 37400000 | Sports goods and equipment | Equipment for sports venues |
| 39000000 | Furniture, furnishings, domestic appliances | Fitting out of public buildings |
| 92332000 | Beach services | Concessions for leisure infrastructure |
| 45211350 | Multi-functional buildings construction work | Retail space in public buildings |
Contracting authorities
- Railway stations and airports (concessions for retail and hospitality space)
- Municipal markets and market halls (allocation of market stalls)
- Libraries and educational institutions (book procurement)
- Social welfare and care facilities (equipment items)
- Federal Institute for Real Estate Tasks (BImA) for space concessions
FAQ
Are retail concessions subject to public procurement law? Services concessions (e.g. for kiosks in government buildings) are subject to the Concessions Directive (2014/23/EU) above a threshold of EUR 5,538,000 and, in Germany, to the KonzVgV. Below the threshold, national procurement principles apply (transparency, equal treatment).
Can public contracting authorities procure retail goods without tendering? Below the value limits (in Germany under UVgO: direct purchase up to EUR 1,000, negotiated procedure up to EUR 25,000), informal procurement is possible. For standardised goods, dynamic purchasing systems or e-catalogue procedures may also be used.
- NACE G – Wholesale and retail trade: Parent section
- NACE 46 – Wholesale trade: Wholesale of goods of all kinds
- NACE 56 – Food and beverage service activities: Canteens and hospitality concessions
Last updated: January 2026 All information is provided without guarantee. For legally binding advice, please consult a law firm specialising in public procurement law.
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