CPV 02 – Forestry Products

What does CPV 02 cover?

CPV Division 02 (02000000) classifies public contracts for forestry products and goods derived from woodland management. It covers timber in all forms – from roundwood and sawnwood to wood chips and chippings, bark and brash. Forest seedlings, seed for reforestation measures, and forestry by-products such as resin and tree gum also fall within this category.

Public forestry enterprises, state forest agencies, municipal forests and government nature conservation bodies are the principal contracting authorities in this division. They procure forestry services on the one hand, and on the other they sell timber and by-products from managed forests through competitive tendering procedures to ensure transparency and value for money. Tenders in this segment frequently concern supply contracts for firewood, construction timber and industrial wood, as well as the procurement of planting stock for reforestation programmes.

Division 02 is distinct from Division 03 (agricultural products) and touches on parts of Division 77 (forestry services). Contracting authorities wishing to tender for planting, felling or woodland management as services use Division 77; those procuring specific products and raw materials will find these classified under CPV 02.

Further information on the CPV system is available from the European Commission (SIMAP) and Regulation (EC) No 213/2008 on the revision of the CPV.

Key CPV Groups in Division 02

CPV Group	Name	Typical Contract Subject
CPV 021	Roundwood and standing timber	Spruce, pine and beech roundwood from forestry enterprises
CPV 022	Sawnwood and timber products	Construction timber, pallet wood, packaging wood
CPV 023	Wood chips, chippings and bark	Fuel wood for biomass heating plants, bark for landscaping
CPV 024	Planting stock and forest seed	Seedlings for afforestation and habitat restoration projects
CPV 025	Other forestry products	Cones, resin, fir branches for municipal Christmas decorations

Examples of Tenders with CPV 02

• Supply of wood chips for a municipal biomass heating plant: A municipality tenders the supply of certified forest wood chips (maximum moisture content 30 %) in quantities of 5,000 bulk cubic metres per heating season for its district heating network.
• Procurement of forest planting stock for a reforestation project: Following storm damage, a state forestry enterprise tenders the supply of 200,000 site-appropriate nursery plants (spruce, beech, oak, sycamore maple) in forestry quality.
• Supply of sawnwood for municipal construction works: A city procures rough-sawn timber for the construction of a wooden bridge in a city park and for the renovation of play equipment on public playgrounds.

Current tenders with CPV 02 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) and on national procurement platforms such as the German Procurement Portal (DTVP).

Who is CPV 02 relevant for?

Public Contracting Authorities

State forest administrations, municipal forestry enterprises, nature conservation authorities and local councils are the most important contracting authorities under CPV 02. They procure forestry products for their own requirements – such as planting stock for habitat restoration or firewood for municipal facilities. At the same time, public forestry enterprises sell timber volumes from regular woodland management through open tendering procedures to ensure transparency and economic efficiency.

Companies and Bidders

Forestry enterprises, timber merchants, sawmills and forest nurseries form the core of the bidder pool in this division. Companies holding PEFC or FSC certification have a clear advantage in sustainability-oriented tenders, as public contracting authorities are increasingly requiring sustainability certificates. Specialist nurseries supplying forestry-grade planting stock of certified origin also benefit from the growing demand for reforestation measures resulting from climate-related damage to European forests. Further information on eligibility requirements and procurement procedures is available from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).

How does Bond help with CPV 02?

Tender Match – Automatically Find Tenders (CPV 02)

With tender.match, forestry enterprises and timber merchants automatically receive all relevant tenders with CPV 02 directly in their dashboard. BOND indexes tenders from over 1,000 procurement portals in the EU – from TED to national platforms and regional contracting authorities. Instead of manually searching dozens of portals every day, matching forestry supply contracts are filtered and delivered by industry, competency, region, and company profile. An automated gap analysis immediately shows where the company meets the requirements and where gaps exist. This ensures companies never miss a deadline and can focus on preparing their bids.

Company Match – Find the Right Partners and Suppliers (CPV 02)

For companies looking for suppliers, subcontractors, or consortium partners for forestry projects, company.match provides direct access to qualified firms from an EU-wide database of over 28 million companies. Especially for larger forestry tenders that a single company cannot handle alone, company.match automatically identifies suitable partners for bidding consortia and partial services – increasing the chances of winning the contract.

Frequently Asked Questions about CPV 02

What does the CPV code 02000000 mean?

The CPV code 02000000 represents the division "Forestry Products" in the EU's Common Procurement Vocabulary. It classifies public contracts for the procurement of raw timber, forest planting stock and other products from woodland management. The division is used both for the purchase and – in the case of public bodies – for the sale of forestry products.

How do I find tenders with CPV 02?

Tenders with CPV 02 are published at EU level on TED where they exceed the thresholds set by the EU procurement directives. Many forestry procurements, however, fall below these thresholds and are published on national portals such as DTVP or regional procurement platforms. Bond aggregates all sources automatically.

What are the requirements for participating in tenders with CPV 02?

Public contracting authorities are increasingly requiring evidence of sustainable forest management when procuring timber. Recognised certifications are PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification) and FSC (Forest Stewardship Council). The legal framework for sustainable procurement is set out in VgV and UVgO in conjunction with environmental legislation.