NIGP 32083: Threaded Rods, Studs, and Fittings

NIGP 32083 Threaded Rods, Studs, And Fittings is an Item code under which state and local governments procure fastening supplies and hardware for maintenance, construction, and infrastructure operations. Recent solicitations show actual purchasing focused on high-volume fastener kits—hex bolts (SAE and metric), cap screws, lock nuts, flange nuts, washers, threaded rods, socket cap screws, machine screws, rivets, and brass fittings—supplied on scheduled delivery contracts with responsive emergency-order capability. Issuing bodies span transit authorities, municipal water districts, and county transportation agencies; the Orange County Transportation Authority and North Texas Municipal Water District appear as active recent buyers in the available records.

The Orange County Transportation Authority issued IFB 250199 in May 2026 for a three-year, $150,000 threaded products and fasteners supply contract, with bids due March 16, 2026 and award anticipated April 6, 2026; the procurement requires North American-made Grade 8 (10.9 metric) bolts with ISO 17025 or MilSpec certification, monthly scheduled deliveries to two facilities in the Orange County area, 48-hour response capability for urgent requests, and prevailing wage compliance under Davis-Bacon and California Labor Code provisions. The North Texas Municipal Water District posted solicitation 26163B in July 2026 for welding equipment, with bids due July 29, 2026. Recent activity concentrates in California and Texas; the scope reflects both routine consumable fastener supply (supporting transit and water-district maintenance) and specialized procurement tied to equipment needs.