NIGP 28534: Fuses, Fuse Blocks and Holders, Links, etc.

NIGP 28534 Fuses, Fuse Blocks and Holders, Links, Etc., an Item code, covers electrical fuses and related components that state and local governments purchase for facilities maintenance, equipment repair, and infrastructure operations. Recent solicitations reflect demand for specific fuse types — current-limiting fuse kits with mounting hardware, cartridge fuses rated at various amperage levels (25 AMP, 40 AMP, 60 AMP), and refrigerant-related electrical components for HVAC systems. Issuing bodies span state facilities agencies, county procurement offices, city purchasing departments, independent school districts, and transit authorities. The Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Dallas County, the City of Austin, Northside Independent School District in San Antonio, and the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority (DART) have all posted opportunities under or closely related to this code within the past six months. Work typically involves supplying pre-assembled or individual fuse components to government warehouses or maintenance facilities, with vendors often required to meet specific manufacturer approvals (Cooper Bussman, Reliance Electric, Ferraz/Shawmut-Gould) and compliance with electrical standards (ANSI, ASTM, NFPA).

Recent activity concentrates heavily in Texas, where Dallas County, the City of Austin, Northside Independent School District, DART, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission have all solicited within the past four months. The City of Austin posted an IFQ for fuses due May 5, 2026 (NIGP-adjacent electrical components); Dallas County issued separate bids for FUSE, FRSR 25 AMP (ref 2100700, due September 24, 2026) and FUSE, FRSR 60 AMP (ref 2100402, due September 3, 2026); DART solicited a FUSE rated at 40 Amperes, 1000 Volts manufactured by Ferraz (ref 2099023, due May 8, 2026); and Northside Independent School District posted an IFB for electrical equipment, parts, and supplies due July 1, 2026. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission issued an IFB (HHS0017729, due September 14, 2026) for miscellaneous maintenance and campus parts supplies including fuses as one of 18 line items for the Denton State Supported Living Center. Sourcewell, a Minnesota cooperative purchasing vehicle, issued a broader RFP for law enforcement equipment (ref 061626, due June 16, 2026) with potential multi-jurisdiction participation across Washington state and beyond, though law enforcement equipment may not directly overlap with core fuse procurement. Most opportunities specify FOB Destination freight terms, Net 30 payment, and firm-fixed pricing with delivery windows of 8 to 14 days post-purchase order issuance.