NIGP 44542: Knives, Utility and Pen (All Types) and Accessories
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Code facts
NIGP codes come from the NIGP Code (NIGP: The Institute for Public Procurement, maintained by Periscope Holdings), and state and local contract opportunities from the governments' procurement sites.
State & local contract opportunities
Opportunities by state
| Rank | State | Open now | Posted, last 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Texas | 0 | 2 |
UNSPSC codes for 44542
About NIGP 44542
NIGP 44542 Knives, Utility and Pen (All Types) and Accessories is an Item code under which state and local governments procure hand knives, pocket knives, utility blades, pen knives, and related accessories for field operations, maintenance work, and general administrative use across departments and agencies. The code covers a range of cutting implements from fixed-blade utility knives to multi-tool pocket knives, along with replacement blades, sheaths, and maintenance supplies. Issuing bodies under this code span state departments, county facilities and operations offices, municipalities, school districts, and special-purpose districts that maintain grounds, equipment, or field crews requiring basic hand tools.
No recent state and local contract opportunities under this code appear in the available source data. This code sees sparse procurement activity relative to broader facilities and operations categories, reflecting the commodity nature of the goods and the typical purchasing pattern of acquiring knives and accessories through existing blanket orders, cooperative purchasing agreements, or direct vendor relationships rather than open competitive solicitation.
Quick answers
What is NIGP 44542?
NIGP 44542 is Knives, Utility and Pen (All Types) and Accessories, an item in NIGP 12, Hardware, Related Equipment, and Services.
Which states post the most state and local bids under NIGP 44542?
The states with the most state and local contract opportunities under NIGP 44542 posted in the last 90 days are Texas (2).
Which UNSPSC codes match NIGP 44542?
NIGP 44542 maps to 3 UNSPSC codes, 27111502 Razor knives, 27111503 Utility knives and 27111517 Knife blade sets or dispensers.
What is the latest state & local contract opportunity under NIGP 44542?
The latest state & local contract opportunity under NIGP 44542 is FY27 Tools and Essential Gear from Texas, posted October 1, 2026.
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