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Government Contracts in Germany

Germany is the largest public procurement market in the EU, with federal, state (Länder), and municipal authorities issuing thousands of tenders annually. Key sectors include automotive, engineering, IT, defense, healthcare, and infrastructure. German procurement is known for its rigorous technical specifications and emphasis on quality.

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Active tenders

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Closing this week

€2.2M

Pipeline value

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Top CPV categories

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Active Opportunities

Germany – Tractors – Forsttraktor für Lausitz/Weißkeisel

Generalzolldirektion Zentrale Beschaffungsstelle der Bundesfinanzverwaltung

TEDCPV 16700000

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Germany – Screed works – Generalsanierung und Erweiterung des Gistlsaals mit Instandsetzung des Wirtshauses und der Appartements

Gemeinde Frauenau

TEDCPV 45262320

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Germany – Building-cleaning services – Unterhaltsreinigung in der Bayerischen Staatskanzlei

Bayerische Staatskanzlei

TEDCPV 90911200

€1.9M

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Germany – Plumbing and sanitary works – Sanitärinstallation, Sanierung + Erweiterungsbau

Stadt Frankfurt am Main - Amt für Bau und Immobilien

TEDCPV 45330000CPV 45332000CPV 50700000

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Germany – Security services – Sicherungsleistungen - Erneuerung Gleisfeldbel. Bf Rostock Seehafen Str. 6443 km 8.4 - 9.1

DB InfraGO AG – Geschäftsbereich Fahrweg (Bukr 16)

TEDCPV 79710000

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Germany – Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories – Kombination Polizeitraining

Bundesrepublik Deutschland, vertreten durch das Bundesministerium des Innern, vertreten durch das Beschaffungsamt des BMI

TEDCPV 18100000CPV 18114000

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Germany – Joinery work – BLB NRW Z/NL Aachen/Technisches Gebäudemanagement TGM 100-26-00018/ Los 9. Ausbau I, hier: Regionallos 9.3

Bau- und Liegenschaftsbetrieb NRW Zentrale

TEDCPV 45421000CPV 45262100CPV 45400000

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Germany – Landscaping work – BLB NRW Z/NL Aachen/Technisches Gebäudemanagement TGM 100-26-00015/ Los 7: Tief- und Landschaftsbau, hier: Regionallos 7.6

Bau- und Liegenschaftsbetrieb NRW Zentrale

TEDCPV 45112700CPV 45112710CPV 45112711

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Germany – Siteworks – Schulprojekt Kardinal-von-Galen-Schule - Baustelleneinrichtung

Stadt Harsewinkel Zentrale Vergabestelle

TEDCPV 45113000

€130K

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Germany – Installation of doors and windows and related components – Schulprojekt Kardinal-von-Galen-Schule - Tischlerarbeiten / Innentüren mit Stahlzarge

Stadt Harsewinkel Zentrale Vergabestelle

TEDCPV 45421100CPV 44221000CPV 44221111

€136K

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How EU Procurement Works in Germany

EU public procurement above certain thresholds must be published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily), the official journal of EU procurement. Tenders from Germany are published here alongside opportunities from all other EU member states.

EU procurement follows directives (2014/24/EU for public contracts, 2014/25/EU for utilities) that ensure fair competition across borders. Any business established in an EU/EEA member state can bid on tenders in Germany without discrimination.

Tenders are classified using CPV (Common Procurement Vocabulary) codes, which function similarly to NAICS codes in the US. Identifying your relevant CPV codes is essential for finding matching opportunities in Germany.

Procurement procedures in Germany include open procedures (anyone can bid), restricted procedures (pre-qualification required), competitive dialogue, and innovation partnerships. The procedure type is stated in the contract notice and determines how to submit your bid.

Language requirements vary — while TED notices include summaries in all EU languages, full tender documents from Germany are typically published in the national language. Translation of key documents may be required for international bidders.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find government contracts in Germany?
EU public contracts above certain thresholds from Germany are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) at ted.europa.eu. GovMatch monitors TED daily and automatically matches Germany opportunities to your business profile.
Can non-EU companies bid on contracts in Germany?
EU procurement is open to companies from EU/EEA member states. Companies from GPA (Government Procurement Agreement) signatory countries (including the US, Canada, Japan, and others) can also bid on many tenders. Some contracts may be restricted to EU-based firms for security or strategic reasons.
What are CPV codes and how do they relate to Germany tenders?
CPV (Common Procurement Vocabulary) codes classify the subject of EU procurement contracts. They function like NAICS codes in the US. Each TED notice from Germany includes CPV codes that describe the goods, services, or works being procured. Knowing your relevant CPV codes helps you find matching opportunities.
What is the minimum contract value for TED publication from Germany?
EU procurement directives set thresholds above which contracts must be published on TED. Current thresholds (updated biennially) are approximately €143,000 for central government supplies/services, €221,000 for sub-central authorities, and €5.5M for works contracts. Below these thresholds, contracts may be published nationally only.
How often are new tenders from Germany published on TED?
TED publishes new notices daily, including contract notices, prior information notices, and contract award notices from Germany. Publication volumes vary by country size and economic activity. GovMatch checks for new Germany opportunities daily.

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