NIGP 14036: Fibers, Bassine

NIGP 14036 Fibers, Bassine is an Item code covering natural fiber materials derived from the leaves of Raffia and Palmyra palms — used in state and local procurement for rope, twine, cordage, brush bristles, matting, weaving, and similar applications where biodegradable or traditionally sourced fibers are specified. State and local governments procure bassine fibers through this code when performance standards or sustainability preferences call for natural plant materials rather than synthetic alternatives. Purchasing entities include public works departments (for erosion control and soil stabilization), maintenance and facilities operations (for brushes and cleaning tools), parks departments (for landscaping materials), and school or municipal maintenance shops. The code captures both raw fiber stock and semi-finished products bundled into procurement packages.

The source provides no recent state or local contract opportunities under NIGP 14036 Fibers, Bassine, limiting visibility into current issuing bodies, geographic concentration, or representative solicitations at this time.