NIGP 07512: Carbon Removing Tools

NIGP 07512 Carbon Removing Tools, an Item code, encompasses cleaning and maintenance products used to remove carbon deposits and residue from equipment and machinery at state and local government facilities. Based on recent solicitation activity, the code captures automotive and light truck repair parts, supplies, and materials that state and local agencies purchase to maintain fleet vehicles and equipment—including wiper blades, filters, bearings, brake components, lighting, and similar wear-and-replacement items from OEM manufacturers across standard automotive brands. Issuing bodies under this code include school districts managing transportation fleets and county purchasing departments supporting operational maintenance needs.

The School Board of Sarasota County, Florida issued Bid #26-0124 in January 2026 seeking a one-year supply agreement for automotive and light truck repair parts with options to renew for two additional one-year periods, with sealed electronic responses due February 12, 2026. The procurement required firm percentage discounts off manufacturer list prices for new OEM or in-house brand parts from 19 specified manufacturers including AC Delco, Bosch, Fram, Gates, Monroe, and others, with delivery to the SBSC Transportation Garage in Osprey, Florida, and stock orders requiring 48-hour fulfillment. The award process included a Q&A cycle with written questions due January 29, 2026, addenda by approximately January 30, 2026, and recommended awards posted on or about March 17, 2026 for Board action on March 24, 2026. The School Board applied Florida preference adjustments and encouraged participation from minority-owned, small, and women-owned businesses, with bidders required to certify SBE or MBE status through the Florida Department of Management Services or self-reporting. Geographic activity under the code is limited in recent records to Florida.