Hamburg Verkehrsanlagen GmbH Awards €69M Civil Engineering Framework to Arendt and Meyr & Umlandt

Hamburg Verkehrsanlagen GmbH (HHVA) has awarded a framework agreement for civil engineering and electrical installation services to a consortium of two companies: Arendt Elektroanlagen GmbH & Co.KG and Meyr & Umlandt GmbH Kabelbau-Tiefbau. The framework covers work related to traffic signal systems and lighting systems across the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg. The total maximum value of the framework is €69 million, with the consortium acting as lead contractor across both lots.

Introduction

Hamburg Verkehrsanlagen GmbH (HHVA), a public undertaking responsible for traffic infrastructure in Hamburg, has conducted an open procedure for the procurement of civil engineering and electrical installation services. The framework covers work related to traffic signal systems (Lichtsignalanlagen – LSA) and lighting systems (Beleuchtungsanlagen – BEL) across the entire city of Hamburg.

The procurement is divided into two lots: Lot 1 covers complete civil engineering work for both lighting and traffic signal systems, and Lot 2 covers civil engineering work for lighting systems only. The framework has a total maximum value of €69 million and runs for an initial one-year period, with three optional one-year extensions (up to four years total).

A consortium consisting of Arendt Elektroanlagen GmbH & Co.KG (lead for Lot 2) and Meyr & Umlandt GmbH Kabelbau-Tiefbau (lead for Lot 1) was awarded both lots. Subcontracting is declared for Lot 1 (10% subcontracting) but not for Lot 2.

Why This Contract Matters

This contract ensures the maintenance and modernisation of Hamburg's traffic signal and lighting infrastructure, supporting road safety and urban mobility.

This contract matters because it:

• Supports traffic safety: Maintains and upgrades traffic signal systems
• Significant value: €69,000,000 across two lots
• Long-term commitment: Up to 4 years (1 year + 3 options)
• City-wide coverage: Throughout the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg
• Strategic procurement: Includes social objectives (tariff compliance, EU sanctions)
• Price focus: 100% price-based evaluation
• SME participation: All bidders were medium-sized enterprises

Contract Timeline

• Winner chosen: 10 April 2026
• Contract concluded: 23 April 2026
• Contract start date: 15 May 2026
• Initial duration: 1 year (to 31 May 2027)
• Maximum renewals: 3 (each 1 year)
• Maximum total duration: 4 years
• Notice published: 27 August 2026 (OJ S 165/2026)

Contract Overview

Hamburg Verkehrsanlagen GmbH conducted an open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU and the German VOB/A-EU (Construction Contract Procedures).

Key features include:

• Two lots: Lot 1 (Civil engineering complete for BEL/LSA) and Lot 2 (Civil engineering BEL)
• Total maximum value: €69,000,000
• Lot 1 maximum: €48,485,700
• Lot 2 maximum: €20,304,550
• Duration: 1 year initial + 3 x 1-year options (max 4 years)
• Evaluation: Price (100%)
• Winners: Consortium of Arendt Elektroanlagen GmbH & Co.KG and Meyr & Umlandt GmbH Kabelbau-Tiefbau
• Subcontracting: Yes for Lot 1 (10%), No for Lot 2
• No EU funding
• Not covered by GPA

Key Contract Details

Detail	Information
Contracting authority	Hamburg Verkehrsanlagen GmbH
Contract title	Rahmenvereinbarung über Tiefbauleistungen und Elektromontagen im Stadtgebiet der Freien und Hansestadt Hamburg
Main CPV	45221250 Underground work other than tunnels, shafts and subways
Procedure type	Open procedure (standard regime)
Legal basis	EU Directive 2014/24/EU; German VOB/A-EU
Total maximum value (EUR)	€69,000,000.00
Number of lots	2
Initial duration	1 year (15 May 2026 – 31 May 2027)
Maximum renewals	3 (1 year each)
Maximum total duration	4 years
EU funding	None
Covered by GPA	No
Evaluation criteria	Price (100%)
Location	Hamburg, Germany (NUTS: DE600)
Subcontracting	Lot 1: Yes (10%), Lot 2: No
Number of tenders	3 (all SMEs)

Lot Structure

Lot 1 – Civil Engineering Complete (BEL/LSA)

• Title: Tiefbauleistung komplett (BEL/LSA)
• Maximum value: €48,485,700
• Scope: Complete civil engineering for both lighting and traffic signal systems
• Sub-lots: 6 equal sub-lots
• Maximum framework partners: Up to 3
• Zuschlagslimitierung: Maximum 4 sub-lots per contractor
• Winner: Consortium (Meyr & Umlandt lead)
• Subcontracting: 10% (road crossings, bituminous surfaces, tree care, suction excavator, truck transport)

Lot 2 – Civil Engineering BEL (Lighting only)

• Title: Tiefbauleistung BEL (Masthöhe bis 16m)
• Maximum value: €20,304,550
• Scope: Civil engineering for lighting systems only
• Sub-lots: 3 equal sub-lots
• Maximum framework partners: Up to 3
• Zuschlagslimitierung: Maximum 2 sub-lots per contractor
• Winner: Consortium (Arendt lead)
• Subcontracting: No

Scope of Services

The framework covers the following services across Hamburg:

• Steel mast work: Installation, replacement, and dismantling of various steel masts (height 2.4m to 16m)
• Foundation work: Installation and replacement of foundations
• Cabinet work: Installation and dismantling of plastic cabinets
• Signal equipment: Assembly/dismantling of signal heads, demand buttons, and luminaires
• Cable work: Cable laying and installation work
• Surface restoration: Restoration of surfaces after works
• Traffic coordination: Coordination of traffic barriers and safety measures
• Transport services: Transport and asphalt disposal

Strategic Procurement – Social Objectives

The procurement includes strategic social objectives:

• Tariff compliance: Compliance with tariff agreements and payment of minimum wage under §3 of the Hamburg Procurement Act
• EU sanctions: Compliance with EU sanctions against Russia
• Social objective: Fulfilment of social objectives (Other)

Award Criteria

The contract was awarded based on a single criterion:

• Price (100%): The lowest price determined the winner.
• Justification: Services are detailed in a performance specification, making price and performance "equivalent". This approach allows award to the most economically advantageous tender, with award limitation ensuring the most economical offer is considered up to the award limit, with further lots awarded to the next-ranked offers.

Framework Specifics

• Type: Framework agreement without reopening of competition
• Execution: Individual call-offs (Einzelabrufe) without any legal entitlement for the contractor
• Quantities: Quantities are experience-based estimates, not binding
• No guaranteed volume: The contracting authority does not guarantee continuous capacity utilisation
• No damages: Claims for damages by the contractor are excluded
• Volume variation: The contracting authority reserves the right to increase quantities by up to 30%

About the Contracting Authority

Hamburg Verkehrsanlagen GmbH (HHVA) is a public undertaking responsible for traffic infrastructure in the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg. The company manages and maintains traffic signal systems, lighting systems, and related infrastructure across the city.

About the Winners

The framework was awarded to a consortium of two medium-sized German companies, with each company leading one of the two lots:

Consortium Structure

• Lot 1 Lead: Meyr & Umlandt GmbH Kabelbau-Tiefbau
• Lot 2 Lead: Arendt Elektroanlagen GmbH & Co.KG

Meyr & Umlandt GmbH Kabelbau-Tiefbau

• Size: Medium enterprise
• Headquarters: Bramfelder Chaussee 253, Hamburg, Germany (NUTS: DE600)
• Registration number: DE257540520
• Specialisation: Cable construction and civil engineering
• Beneficial owner: Germany

Arendt Elektroanlagen GmbH & Co.KG

• Size: Medium enterprise
• Headquarters: Altonaer Chaussee 89, Schenefeld, Germany (NUTS: DEF09)
• Registration number: DE134524714
• Specialisation: Electrical installations and systems
• Beneficial owner: Germany

Procurement Analysis

• Procedure: Open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU and German VOB/A-EU.
• Competition: Three tenders were received for both lots, all submitted electronically.
• SME participation: All three bidders were medium-sized enterprises.
• Subcontracting: Lot 1 has 10% subcontracting; Lot 2 has no subcontracting.
• No EU funding: The procurement was not financed with EU funds.
• Not covered by GPA: The procurement is not covered by the GPA.
• No framework agreement with reopening: The framework is without reopening of competition.
• No dynamic purchasing system used.
• Accelerated procedure: No.
• Strategic procurement: Includes social objectives (tariff compliance, EU sanctions).
• Review body: Vergabekammer bei der Behörde für Stadtentwicklung und Wohnen.
• No inadmissible tenders: Zero tenders were verified as inadmissible.
• No abnormally low prices: Zero tenders were rejected for abnormally low prices.

Additional Procurement Facts

• The procurement is not covered by the GPA.
• No EU funds were used for this procurement.
• The framework has a total maximum value of €69,000,000.
• The initial contract duration is 1 year with 3 x 1-year extension options.
• The framework is divided into 2 lots with 9 sub-lots in total.
• Price is the sole evaluation criterion (100%).
• Strategic social objectives include tariff compliance and EU sanctions compliance.
• All three bidders were medium-sized enterprises.
• Subcontracting is declared for Lot 1 only (10%).
• Review deadlines are governed by German GWB provisions.

Market & Industry Perspective

The German civil engineering market in the public sector is competitive, with a focus on price and technical capability. Hamburg, as a major city with extensive traffic infrastructure, offers significant opportunities for civil engineering and electrical installation contractors.

Key trends in this market include:

• Infrastructure modernisation: Ongoing investment in traffic systems
• Price sensitivity: 100% price-based evaluation
• SME participation: Medium-sized enterprises dominate
• Framework agreements: Long-term contracts provide stability
• Social compliance: Growing importance of tariff compliance and sanctions adherence

Economic Significance

At €69 million, this framework represents a significant investment in Hamburg's traffic and lighting infrastructure. The contract will:

• Maintain traffic safety: Ensure traffic signal systems are operational
• Support urban mobility: Maintain lighting systems across the city
• Create employment: Work for two medium-sized Hamburg-based companies
• Provide long-term stability: Up to 4-year framework
• Support local economy: Contractors based in the Hamburg region

Future Procurement Opportunities

With this framework now in place, future opportunities include:

• Re-tender: Expected after the 4-year maximum duration
• Additional lots: Potential future frameworks for related services
• Other Hamburg authorities: Similar civil engineering tenders
• Subcontracting: 10% subcontracting for Lot 1 creates opportunities for specialists

Opportunities for Suppliers

While this contract is awarded, opportunities remain for civil engineering and electrical installation suppliers:

• Subcontracting: 10% subcontracting for Lot 1 (road crossings, bituminous surfaces, tree care, suction excavator, truck transport)
• Re-tender: Prepare for the next procurement cycle
• Related services: Other Hamburg infrastructure projects
• Other German cities: Similar civil engineering frameworks

What Businesses Should Watch

• Hamburg Verkehrsanlagen GmbH's future procurement notices
• Other Hamburg public sector infrastructure tenders
• German civil engineering market trends
• Tariff compliance and sanctions requirements
• Changes to German procurement regulations

GermanyTenders Procurement Intelligence

This civil engineering framework is a notable example of German public infrastructure procurement. Several features stand out:

• Scale: €69 million across 2 lots
• Price focus: 100% price-based evaluation
• SME participation: All bidders were SMEs
• Long-term: Up to 4 years with options
• Strategic: Social objectives included
• Local focus: Hamburg-based contractors

For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of:

• Competitive pricing: 100% price-based evaluation
• Local presence: Being established in the Hamburg region
• Compliance: Tariff compliance and sanctions adherence
• Framework experience: Understanding framework agreement structures
• SME status: SMEs can compete effectively

Supplier Takeaways

• Offer competitive pricing – 100% of evaluation is price-based
• Demonstrate local presence in the Hamburg region
• Ensure tariff compliance and sanctions adherence
• Develop framework agreement experience
• Consider SME status as an advantage
• Monitor Hamburg public infrastructure procurement opportunities

Key Takeaways

• Hamburg Verkehrsanlagen GmbH awarded a €69M civil engineering framework
• Two lots: Lot 1 (BEL/LSA, €48.5M) and Lot 2 (BEL, €20.3M)
• Winners: Consortium of Arendt Elektroanlagen GmbH & Co.KG and Meyr & Umlandt GmbH
• Duration: 1 year + 3 x 1-year options (max 4 years)
• Evaluation: Price (100%)
• Three tenders received, all from SMEs
• Subcontracting: 10% for Lot 1, None for Lot 2
• Strategic objectives: Tariff compliance, EU sanctions compliance

Conclusion

This civil engineering and electrical installation framework ensures that Hamburg's traffic signal and lighting infrastructure is maintained and modernised over the next four years. By awarding the contract to a consortium of two medium-sized Hamburg-based companies, HHVA supports the local economy while ensuring price-competitive services.

The 100% price-based evaluation reflects the commoditised nature of civil engineering work, where the services are well-defined and comparable across bidders. The inclusion of strategic social objectives – tariff compliance and EU sanctions compliance – demonstrates the growing importance of social responsibility in German public procurement.

For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of competitive pricing, local presence, and compliance with social requirements in winning German public infrastructure contracts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Hamburg Verkehrsanlagen GmbH?

Ans: A public undertaking responsible for traffic infrastructure in the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg, including traffic signal and lighting systems.

Q: What is the total value of the framework?

Ans: €69,000,000 across both lots.

Q: Who are the winners?

Ans: A consortium of Arendt Elektroanlagen GmbH & Co.KG and Meyr & Umlandt GmbH Kabelbau-Tiefbau.

Q: What services are covered?

Ans: Civil engineering and electrical installation work for traffic signal and lighting systems, including mast installation, foundation work, cable laying, surface restoration, and transport services.

Q: What were the evaluation criteria?

Ans: Price (100%).

Q: How long is the contract?

Ans: 1 year initial, with 3 x 1-year extension options (maximum 4 years).

Q: How many tenders were received?

Ans: Three tenders were received for both lots, all from medium-sized enterprises.

Q: Is this contract funded by the EU?

Ans: No, the procurement is not financed with EU funds.

Q: Is the contract covered by the GPA?

Ans: No.

Q: What strategic objectives are included?

Ans: Tariff compliance (minimum wage) under §3 Hamburg Procurement Act and compliance with EU sanctions against Russia.

Source: EU Official Journal, Contract Award Notice 590675-2026, OJ S 165/2026, published 27 August 2026.