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What Is the Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)?
A standard set of codes that classify what a contract is about, regardless of wording, making notices searchable.
How are CPV codes structured?
Each code has eight digits plus a check digit. The first digits identify a broad division, and later digits narrow it down to more specific goods or services.
Why do CPV codes matter to suppliers?
Many tender searches and alerts are built on them. Using too narrow a set of codes can mean missing relevant opportunities.
Are CPV codes always accurate?
Not always. Buyers sometimes choose broad or unexpected codes, so it's worth combining CPV searches with keyword searches of notices and tender documents.
