CPV 317 – Electronic and Electromechanical Equipment

What does CPV Group 317 cover?

CPV Group 317 (31700000) classifies public contracts for electronic and electromechanical equipment – components, sub-assemblies and devices at the intersection of electronics and mechanical engineering. This includes electronic components such as capacitors, resistors, inductors and diodes, printed circuit boards and circuit board assemblies, electronic connectors and interconnection systems, electromechanical relays and contactors, solenoid valves and electromechanical actuators, sensors and transducers (pressure, temperature, flow, position), and electronic sub-assemblies for control and automation systems.

Public sector procurement under CPV 317 is typically technical and project-specific. Research institutions and universities with electronics laboratories procure components and test equipment. Traffic management authorities procure sensors and detection loops for traffic signal systems. Water and wastewater authorities procure electronic sensors and controllers for monitoring systems. Building automation projects for public buildings require various electromechanical actuators and control components. The military and defence sector (often classified under CPV 35x) also procures electronic sub-assemblies and components, sometimes under this code when not security-sensitive.

Procurement under CPV 317 often involves detailed technical specifications, approval requirements from specific manufacturers or to specific military or industrial standards, and in some cases security clearance requirements.

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

Typical Services in CPV 317

• Electronic components (passive and active) for technical procurement
• Printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA) to specification
• Electromechanical relays, contactors and timers
• Solenoid valves and electromechanical actuators
• Sensors and transducers for environmental and process monitoring
• Electronic connectors and interface modules

Examples of Tenders with CPV 317

• Traffic detection sensors for a city traffic management centre: A city traffic authority procures inductive loop detectors, video detection units and radar sensors for upgrading its traffic signal network, requiring compatibility with the existing central traffic management system.
• Electromechanical actuators for a public building automation project: A facilities management authority procures modulating valve actuators and damper drives for the HVAC automation systems of a major public building refurbishment project.
• Electronic components for a research university laboratory: A technical university procures a framework supply of standard electronic components (resistors, capacitors, microcontrollers, connectors) for its electronics engineering teaching laboratories.

Current tenders with CPV 317 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) and on national procurement platforms such as the German Procurement Portal (DTVP).

Who is CPV 317 relevant for?

Public Contracting Authorities

Traffic management authorities, water and wastewater utilities, public building facilities management services, technical universities and research institutions, and defence procurement agencies are the primary contracting authorities under CPV 317. Detailed technical conformity requirements, compatibility with existing systems and quality management documentation are standard specification elements.

Companies and Bidders

Electronic component distributors, specialist PCB assembly manufacturers, sensor technology companies, and electromechanical component suppliers are the main bidders. Manufacturer partnerships, ISO 9001 certification, quality management system documentation and technical support capability are key eligibility requirements.

Information on eligibility criteria and procurement procedures is available from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).

How does Bond help with CPV 317?

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With tender.match, electronic component distributors, sensor technology companies and electromechanical equipment suppliers automatically receive all relevant tenders with CPV 317 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 electronics and electromechanical component 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 317)

For companies looking for suppliers, subcontractors, or consortium partners for electronic and electromechanical equipment projects, company.match provides direct access to qualified firms from an EU-wide database of over 28 million companies. Especially for complex technical supply projects, company.match automatically identifies suitable partners for bidding consortia and partial services – increasing the chances of winning the contract.

Frequently Asked Questions about CPV 317

What does the CPV code 31700000 mean?

The CPV code 31700000 covers the group "Electronic and Electromechanical Equipment" in the EU's Common Procurement Vocabulary. It classifies public contracts for the supply of electronic components, electromechanical devices, sensors and sub-assemblies to public research, infrastructure and administrative organisations.

How do I find tenders with CPV 317?

Tenders with CPV 317 are published at EU level on TED. Below-threshold contracts are commonly found on national platforms such as DTVP. Bond aggregates all sources and delivers targeted results.

What are the requirements for participating in tenders with CPV 317?

Requirements typically include quality management certification (ISO 9001), technical conformity documentation, manufacturer authorisations where applicable, and references for comparable electronic or electromechanical component supply. Details are governed by the VgV or the UVgO depending on contract value.