NIGP 07538: Hydrometers, Antifreeze and Battery

NIGP 07538 Hydrometers, Antifreeze And Battery is an Item code under which state and local governments procure automotive fluids, testing equipment, and related consumables for fleet and facilities maintenance. Recent solicitations show that this code captures automotive and light truck repair parts procurement through supply agreements, though the current opportunities block does not display active hydrometers, antifreeze, or battery-specific bids. The School Board of Sarasota County, Florida issued a one-year supply agreement for automotive and light truck repair parts (Bid #26-0124, due February 12, 2026) requiring firm percentage discounts off manufacturer list prices for OEM and in-house brand parts across 19 specified manufacturers including AC Delco, Autolite, Baldwin Filters, Bendix Brake, Bosch, Dayco, Fram, and others, with F.O.B. Destination delivery to the transportation garage and 48-hour stock-order fulfillment windows. School districts and county governments appear as the primary issuing bodies under this code, sourcing materials for vehicle maintenance operations.

Geographic activity is concentrated in Florida and Georgia based on recent opportunities. Sarasota County Schools and Worth County (Georgia) have posted solicitations in early 2026, though the Worth County opportunity (RFP PE77201NONST2026000000016, due March 2, 2026) targets a four-post lift rather than consumable supplies. The Sarasota County procurement allows bidders to propose additional manufacturers beyond the baseline list and includes SBE and MBE certification encouragement under Florida preference rules, with sealed electronic submission via VendorLink Portal and recommended awards posted on or about March 17, 2026.