NIGP 832: Tape (Not Data Processing, Measuring, Optical, Sewing, Sound, or Video)

NIGP 832 Tape (Not Data Processing, Measuring, Optical, Sewing, Sound, or Video) is a Class code covering adhesive tapes and non-specialized tape products procured by state and local governments for general maintenance, operations, and facility support. The recent opportunities block shows no solicitations specifically targeting tape products under this code. Instead, the opportunities posted reflect broader MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) supply aggregation, graphic design and printing services, specialized technical services, forensic equipment, electrical maintenance, pavement preservation, and aquatic facility operations—none of which center on tape procurement.

The absence of recent tape-specific solicitations under NIGP 832 suggests limited standalone procurement activity in state and local markets for this commodity class during the current period. Tape procurement, when it occurs, typically appears as a subordinate line item within broader MRO master agreements or facilities maintenance contracts rather than as a dedicated solicitation. Entities pursuing this code should monitor MRO aggregation opportunities (such as the City of Tucson's comprehensive MRO RFP #240078 posted September 30, 2026, due March 28, 2024, which encompasses 1,995 line items across 25 product categories including supplies for maintenance operations) or attend reverse trade shows hosted by regional NIGP chapters and county procurement offices to establish vendor relationships and visibility with purchasing departments that bundle tape with other commodity purchases. Competitive activity in this code remains minimal relative to other NIGP classes.