NIGP 85047: Fur and Related Materials (incl. Feathers)

NIGP 85047 Fur And Related Materials (Including Feathers), an Item code, encompasses the procurement of raw and processed fur pelts, fur garments, feather products, and related natural fiber materials by state and local government bodies. State and local agencies acquire these materials primarily for wildlife management and educational purposes, including museum specimens, educational displays, taxidermy supplies, and ceremonial or cultural items. Purchasing activity under this code remains minimal and episodic across state and local jurisdictions, reflecting limited operational demand outside specialized contexts such as natural history museums, state wildlife agencies, and cultural institutions.

No recent state and local solicitations under NIGP 85047 appear in the available records. Agencies pursuing contracts in this narrow commodity space should monitor natural history museums, state departments of fish and wildlife, and cultural heritage organizations for occasional RFP or RFQ notices, typically issued on an as-needed basis rather than through recurring procurement cycles.