NIGP 46036: Hose, General Purpose

NIGP 46036 General Purpose Hose, an Item code, encompasses replacement and maintenance hose assemblies, fire hoses, and pump-specific hose components that state and local governments procure for operational and safety-critical infrastructure. Recent solicitations show buying activity across water reclamation and treatment facilities, fire departments, and transit authorities seeking both standard replacement hose stock and specialized pump components to maintain equipment reliability and prevent service interruptions. Issuing bodies include county departments of watershed management and water resources, county fire rescue operations, and regional transit authorities. The work itself centers on sourcing new, factory-original replacement hose products meeting specific performance ratings and dimensional specifications, with vendors typically required to provide delivery within established timeframes and hold multiple project references demonstrating similar-scope experience.

Geographic activity is concentrated in Georgia and Florida, with additional procurement from Texas transit operations. Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources has solicited twice recently — an Informal Written Quotation (IWQ 128186) for 100 units of fire hose (250 psi rating, 50 feet, 1 inch diameter, single jacket) due May 19, 2026, and IWQ 131560 for jet nozzle purchase and start-up due June 23, 2026. Fulton County Department of Watershed Management issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB/GS/DWM/2606-1260240) on July 19, 2026 for Watson-Marlow Bredel hose pump parts and replacement components, with bids due July 31, 2026 and vendor registration required through atlsuppliers.com. Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners solicited janitorial and operational supplies including hose and related items under Invitation to Bid ITB-26-00319 due July 24, 2026, estimated at $765,679.84 for the Fire Rescue Department's 47 stations. Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority procured a hose assembly component (Item 2096961) through Dallas County with expedited bidding closed February 2, 2026, emphasizing price and availability.