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Quality Marks and Labels

Certifications and quality marks (Blue Angel, EU Ecolabel, Fairtrade, etc.) required in tenders as proof of environmental and social standards.

Quality Marks and Labels in Procurement

Quality marks are required in public tenders under § 34 VgV. Key labels include Blue Angel (most common in Germany), EU Ecolabel, FSC/PEFC, Fairtrade, and GS mark.

Equivalence clause: contracting authorities must accept equivalent labels or other suitable evidence.

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