NIGP 15537: Farm Structures, Prefabricated (Silos, etc.)

NIGP 15537 Farm Structures, Prefabricated (Silos, Etc.), an Item code, encompasses pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) structures and modular buildings that state and local governments procure for operational facilities including vehicle maintenance shelters, equipment storage, and specialized workspaces. The recent solicitation activity shows demand for open-air canopy structures, modular buildings, and prefabricated systems that provide covered workspace for fleet management, facility maintenance, and municipal operations. Issuing bodies include county governments, municipal public works departments, and regional procurement cooperatives. Volusia County, Florida, and the City of DeBary have posted construction solicitations for PEMB and prefabricated facility work, while H-GAC (Houston-Galveston Area Council), a Texas-based cooperative purchasing consortium, has solicited modular buildings and structures through its procurement portal.

Recent opportunities reflect activity concentrated in Florida and Texas. Volusia County posted an IFB for a 4,720 square foot open-air PEMB canopy structure at the Tomoka Farms Landfill with an estimated construction cost of $250,000 and a 150-day project timeline, with sealed bids due November 20, 2025, at 3:01 pm. H-GAC issued a cooperative purchasing solicitation for modular buildings, shelters, and structures (MB1126) with proposals due July 30, 2026, available through its OpenGov procurement portal. State and local governments issuing under this code require contractors to hold appropriate state licensure (Florida Certified General or Building Contractor licenses in Florida jurisdictions), provide performance and payment bonds, and carry comprehensive insurance including General Liability, Auto Liability, and Workers' Compensation coverage. Pre-bid conferences and site visits are standard, and liquidated damages for schedule delays are typical contract terms.