CPV 32xxxxx — Radio, television, communication and telecommunication equipment
Radio, television, communication and telecommunication equipment under CPV division 32 cover EU public procurement of communication infrastructure, broadcasting equipment, radio systems, satellite communications, surveillance cameras, and telecommunication network equipment. Major contracting authorities include national defence ministries and police forces (radio and secure communications), national broadcasters, telecoms regulators, border control and customs authorities, transport authorities managing traffic systems, and municipal authorities procuring surveillance infrastructure. Communications procurement is strategically sensitive — EU 5G security framework requirements and classified communication encryption standards all affect supplier eligibility in this category.
The EU 5G cybersecurity framework (EU Toolbox for 5G Security) and network equipment security guidelines directly affect telecom equipment procurement by public authorities. High-risk vendor designations by member state authorities affect which 5G equipment suppliers can participate in government network contracts. For secure communications — encrypted radio systems for police and emergency services (TETRA), satellite ground stations, and classified communication systems — national security certifications and clearances may restrict participation to domestic or allied nation suppliers. Suppliers targeting mainstream CCTV, networking, and non-secure communication equipment can compete broadly if they meet CE marking and relevant technical standards.
Contract notices under CPV division 32 are published by contracting authorities across all 27 EU member states on TED Europa. Verify current deadlines directly on TED before beginning bid preparation, as corrigenda (correction notices) may have modified the original published deadline. Estimated values shown are from the original contract notice — final awarded values are disclosed in Contract Award Notices published after the procedure concludes.