NIGP 06045: Fittings (for Copper Tubing)

NIGP 06045 Fittings (For Copper Tubing), an Item code, covers copper tubing fittings and related connectors that state and local governments procure primarily for water system maintenance and repair. Recent solicitations show state and local buyers sourcing copper tubing fittings as components within broader waterworks and sewerage supply procurements—the Town of Manchester's water and sewer repair parts contract included copper tubing among fire hydrants, valves, and ductile iron fittings, and the City of Madison's water main fittings RFQ specifically addressed cast iron mechanical joint fittings for potable water distribution. This code captures the supply side of municipal water infrastructure repair and maintenance work performed by public water utilities and departments of public works across multiple jurisdictions.

Buyers include city water utilities (Madison Water Utility, Town of Manchester), county utilities (Orange County, Florida), and smaller municipalities (City of Bradenton). The geographic activity spans Florida, Wisconsin, Connecticut, and Georgia, reflecting the national distribution of municipal water systems requiring repair parts. The Town of Manchester's 2026 waterworks and sewerage supplies IFB (due March 11, 2026) and the City of Madison's 2026 water main fittings RFQ (due March 17, 2026) are representative recent opportunities; both required firm pricing, manufacturer affidavits, and compliance with municipal construction standards. The Orange County, Florida sewer pipes and fittings procurement (Y26-126, due January 22, 2026) estimated five-year spending at approximately $28.7 million across 56 line items including PVC and ductile iron components, reflecting the scale of water infrastructure renewal in larger jurisdictions. Delivery expectations are tight—typically 24 to 72 hours for stock items—and vendors compete on percentage discounts from MSRP, approved equal alternatives, and service reputation rather than on product innovation.