CPV 45 – Construction Works

What does CPV Division 45 cover?

CPV Division 45 is the most extensive and most widely used division in European public procurement law, covering all types of construction works. This includes building works such as new construction, conversion, renovation and refurbishment of all types of buildings – residential, schools, administrative buildings, hospitals and industrial facilities. It equally encompasses civil engineering works including roads, sewers, bridges, tunnels and railways.

The division also includes specific trades: electrical installation, heating, ventilation and sanitation (HVAC), roofing, painting and plastering, floor laying, demolition and clearance works. CPV 45 therefore maps the full breadth of construction services demanded by public contracting authorities across the EU.

The particular significance of this division derives from the high contract volumes involved: central governments, regional bodies and municipalities invest several hundred billion euros annually in construction works. Infrastructure projects, school refurbishments, construction of administrative buildings, and road and sewer works are among the most frequent contract subjects. Many of these contracts exceed EU threshold values and must be tendered Europe-wide. The full CPV structure is available at the European Commission (SIMAP) and Regulation (EC) No 213/2008.

Key CPV Groups in Division 45

Examples of Tenders with CPV 45

• New-build fire station: A municipality tenders the construction of a two-storey fire station with vehicle hall, training rooms and welfare facilities as a main contractor contract, including all trades and external works.
• Refurbishment of a primary school: A school authority awards the energy refurbishment of a 1970s primary school – external wall insulation, roof refurbishment, window replacement and renewal of the heating system – in multiple lots.
• Road construction: bypass route: A regional highway authority tenders the construction of a new bypass including earthworks, asphalt laying, bridge construction, drainage systems and traffic signage.

Current tenders with CPV 45 are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) and on national procurement platforms.

Who is CPV Division 45 relevant for?

Public Contracting Authorities

Municipalities, central and regional governments, public housing companies and transport operators are the primary contracting authorities in this division. They award construction contracts for infrastructure, public buildings, schools, hospitals and residential buildings. Contracts are typically awarded in lots by trade to promote competition and to enable small and medium-sized enterprises to participate.

Companies and Bidders

Construction companies, main contractors and building trades form the bidder field. Depending on contract size, companies participate as single bidders, joint ventures, or with subcontractors. Eligibility assessment requires references for comparable construction projects, evidence of technical capacity, trade qualifications, and financial indicators. Further guidance is available from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).

How does Bond help with CPV 45?

Tender Match – Automatically Find Tenders (CPV 45)

With tender.match, construction companies and main contractors automatically receive all relevant tenders with CPV 45 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 construction 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 45)

For companies looking for suppliers, subcontractors, or consortium partners for construction projects, company.match provides direct access to qualified firms from an EU-wide database of over 28 million companies. Especially for larger construction projects 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 45

What does the CPV code 45000000 mean?

The CPV code 45000000 designates the entire Construction Works division in the EU procurement classification system. It is the most widely used top-level code in public construction procurement and is applied when a contract encompasses various trades or types of construction work. More specific construction services are defined by subordinate group and class codes.

How do I find tenders with CPV 45?

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 45?

Bidders must typically provide references for comparable construction projects from the last three to five years, evidence of sufficient technical and staffing capacity, and certificates of good standing from social insurance and tax authorities. The applicable frameworks are VgV and UVgO depending on contract value.