CPV 382 – Geological and Geophysical Instruments

What does CPV 382 cover?

CPV group 382 covers geological and geophysical measuring instruments and systems. This includes seismographs and seismic monitoring networks (earthquake early warning systems), gravimeters for gravity field measurement, magnetometers for geomagnetic measurements, geoelectric and electromagnetic measurement systems for subsurface investigation, borehole logging tools for resource exploration, and hydrogeological measuring devices for groundwater monitoring.

Contracting authorities include geological state surveys, national geosciences and raw materials agencies, georesearch centres, mining authorities, water suppliers for groundwater monitoring, universities with geosciences departments and environmental agencies for brownfield site investigations. The full CPV structure is available at the European Commission (SIMAP) and Regulation (EC) No 213/2008.

Geophysical measuring instruments are frequently highly specialised individual devices or system solutions that must be adapted to specific application conditions (deep boreholes, marine deployments). Contract volumes are often modest but technical requirements are very demanding. International research cooperations (EU Horizon programmes) influence instrument procurement planning.

Typical Services in CPV 382

• Seismographs and seismic network instruments
• Gravimeters (relative and absolute) for gravity field measurement
• Magnetometers for geomagnetic field measurement
• Ground-penetrating radar (GPR) for subsurface investigation
• Borehole logging equipment
• Hydrogeological measurement systems for groundwater
• Geoelectric and electromagnetic measurement systems

Examples of Tenders with CPV 382

• Expansion of a seismic monitoring network: Delivery and installation of 30 broadband seismometers with data loggers, communication modules and real-time data transmission for the national earthquake monitoring network – published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily).
• Procurement of a mobile ground-penetrating radar system: Delivery of a mobile GPR system for mapping subsurface structures, cavities and archaeological objects, with processing software and training – published.
• Groundwater measurement technology for an environmental agency: Delivery of 50 automatic groundwater level sensors with data loggers, wireless transmission and remote maintenance access for a regional groundwater monitoring network – published on TED.

Current tenders with CPV 382 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) and on national procurement platforms.

Who is CPV 382 relevant for?

Public Contracting Authorities

National geosciences agencies, geological state surveys, mining authorities and environmental agencies are the main contracting authorities. High technical requirements, small quantities and specialised application cases characterise the tenders. Research funding programmes (national science foundations, Horizon Europe) influence procurement planning. Further guidance is available from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).

Companies and Bidders

Highly specialised manufacturers of geophysical instruments and systems integrators are the relevant bidders. Technical excellence, references from scientific institutions and strong after-sales service (calibration, repair, software updates) are the decisive competitive factors.

How does Bond help with CPV 382?

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Frequently Asked Questions about CPV 382

What does the CPV code 38200000 mean?

The CPV code 38200000 classifies geological and geophysical instruments within the EU's Common Procurement Vocabulary. It covers seismographs, gravimeters, magnetometers, ground-penetrating radar systems, borehole logging tools and hydrogeological devices procured by geological surveys, research institutes and environmental agencies.

How do I find tenders with CPV 382?

Tenders are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) for EU-wide procedures and on national platforms. Bond aggregates all relevant tenders automatically.

What are the requirements for participating in tenders with CPV 382?

Technical references at scientific institutions, calibration certifications and – for markets with very few suppliers – the negotiated procedure may be applicable if demonstrable sole-source conditions exist. The applicable frameworks are VgV and UVgO depending on contract value.