CPV 347 – Aircraft and Spacecraft

What does CPV 347 cover?

CPV Group 347 (34700000) classifies public contracts for aircraft and spacecraft. This includes combat and transport aircraft for defence forces, helicopters for federal police, rescue services and military use, government aircraft for official state duties (customs air patrol, border police helicopters), training aircraft for aviation schools, unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) for surveillance and reconnaissance, and spacecraft components and satellite systems for state space agencies.

Contracting authorities in the area of CPV 347 are principally defence ministries and armed forces for military aircraft, federal police services for their helicopter wings, state rescue services and publicly owned air ambulance organisations, and national aerospace research agencies and ESA-affiliated institutions for space-related procurement.

A growing segment is unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs): police, fire services, civil protection agencies and military bodies are increasingly procuring drones for reconnaissance, surveillance and operational support. The regulation of drones and their authorisation for state use is a rapidly evolving area of law across the EU.

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

Typical Services in CPV 347

• Transport helicopters for defence forces and federal police
• Rescue helicopters for state air ambulance organisations
• Training aircraft for military and civil pilot instruction
• Unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) for public authorities
• Spacecraft systems and satellite components for state institutions
• Light propeller aircraft for customs air patrol and government duties

Examples of Tenders with CPV 347

• Rescue Helicopters for a State Air Rescue Organisation: A federal authority tenders the supply of five search-and-rescue helicopters (medium class, all-weather capable) with full medical equipment and avionics – published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily).
• Police Drones for a State Criminal Investigation Office: A state criminal investigation authority procures twelve professional quadcopter drone systems (30-minute flight time, 4K camera, thermal imaging, night-flight capable) for crime scene documentation and surveillance purposes – advertised.
• Training Aircraft for a Military Flying School: A military flying school procures ten single-engine propeller training aircraft for basic instruction of trainee military pilots, including a simulator interface and data link.

Current tenders with CPV 347 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) and on national procurement platforms.

Who is CPV 347 relevant for?

Public Contracting Authorities

Defence ministries and armed forces, federal police services, state air rescue organisations, police forces with aircraft fleets, civil protection agencies, and national aerospace research agencies and state space authorities are typical contracting authorities. Aircraft procurement is often defence-specific and subject to special procurement rules including the Defence Procurement Directive (2009/81/EC).

Companies and Bidders

Aerospace manufacturers, helicopter manufacturers, drone manufacturers, and avionics and aviation equipment companies are typical bidders. EASA type certification, military type approvals and security clearance are minimum prerequisites. The market is highly concentrated and international in character. Further information is available from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).

How does Bond help with CPV 347?

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Frequently Asked Questions about CPV 347

What does the CPV code 34700000 mean?

CPV code 34700000 designates the group "Aircraft and Spacecraft" within CPV Division 34. It covers all air and space vehicle acquisitions by public bodies – from defence helicopters and police surveillance aircraft through state rescue helicopters and training planes to drone systems and satellite components.

How do I find tenders with CPV 347?

Tenders with CPV 347 can be searched using the CPV filter on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily). At national level lists current procurements. BOND aggregates tenders from over 1,000 portals and delivers matching opportunities directly to your company dashboard.

What are the requirements for participating in tenders with CPV 347?

Military aircraft procurement may be conducted under the Defence Procurement Directive (2009/81/EC) with modified rules for sensitive contracts. Civil government aircraft require EASA type certification. Drones are subject to EU Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/945; state aircraft for security use may be classified under national special authorisations. Security clearances may be mandatory. Details are governed by VgV and UVgO depending on the contract value and nature.