EU — TED

Government Contracts in Netherlands

The Netherlands has a well-organized procurement market with strong emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and digital government. Key sectors include IT, water management, infrastructure, healthcare, and defense. Dutch contracting authorities are early adopters of e-procurement.

42

Active tenders

5

Closing this week

€5.4M

Pipeline value

6

With est. value

Top CPV categories

CPV 72000000 (2)CPV 79995100 (1)CPV 79996100 (1)CPV 90511400 (1)CPV 92512000 (1)CPV 79620000 (1)CPV 72260000 (1)CPV 72261000 (1)

Active Opportunities

Netherlands – Archiving services – Bewerken en vernietigen papieren archieven

Provincie Utrecht

TEDCPV 79995100CPV 79996100CPV 90511400

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Netherlands – Supply services of personnel including temporary staff – Inzet SROI-medewerkers t.b.v. werkzaamheden in de buitenruimte

Irado

TEDCPV 79620000

€3.2M

3d left

Netherlands – Software-related services – DMS functionality and related services

Nucleaire Energie Organisatie Nederland B.V.

TEDCPV 72260000CPV 72261000CPV 72263000

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Netherlands – Repair and maintenance services of liquid pumps – Onderhoud hoofdgemalen Watersamenwerking As50+

Gemeente Meierijstad

TEDCPV 50511100CPV 50511000

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Netherlands – Installation services of video equipment – AI 2026-0095 - Spoedcameratoezicht

Gemeente Amsterdam, Ingenieursbureau

TEDCPV 51314000CPV 35120000CPV 79713000

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Netherlands – IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support – De aanschaf van een Dashboard verkeersveiligheid

Vervoerregio Amsterdam

TEDCPV 72000000

€550K

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Netherlands – IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support – Content Management Systeem Gemeente Waalre

Gemeente Waalre

TEDCPV 72000000

€375K

16d left

Netherlands – Mechanical excavators – Levering één Breedspoorkraan met aanbouwdelen

Waterschap Noorderzijlvest

TEDCPV 43262100

€250K

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Netherlands – Research consultancy services – Monitor Bevolkingsonderzoek naar Kanker (BVOK)

Rijksinstituut voor Volksgezondheid en Milieu (RIVM)

TEDCPV 73210000CPV 71317210CPV 72300000

€350K

30d left

Netherlands – Fiscal services – Fiscale dienstverlening

Vervoerregio Amsterdam

TEDCPV 79220000

€680K

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How EU Procurement Works in Netherlands

EU public procurement above certain thresholds must be published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily), the official journal of EU procurement. Tenders from Netherlands 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 Netherlands 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 Netherlands.

Procurement procedures in Netherlands 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 Netherlands 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 Netherlands?
EU public contracts above certain thresholds from Netherlands are published on TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) at ted.europa.eu. GovMatch monitors TED daily and automatically matches Netherlands opportunities to your business profile.
Can non-EU companies bid on contracts in Netherlands?
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 Netherlands 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 Netherlands 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 Netherlands?
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 Netherlands published on TED?
TED publishes new notices daily, including contract notices, prior information notices, and contract award notices from Netherlands. Publication volumes vary by country size and economic activity. GovMatch checks for new Netherlands opportunities daily.

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