UNSPSC 10171500: Organic fertilizers and plant nutrients

UNSPSC 10171500 Organic fertilizers and plant nutrients is a Class code under which state and local governments procure turf maintenance materials and soil amendments for recreational grounds and athletic facilities. The scope includes fertilizers, compost, sand mixes, drainage stone, sod, and specialized turf care products supplied on an as-needed basis. Products must meet detailed technical specifications covering particle size distribution, pH ranges, and soluble salt content, with bidders able to propose manufacturer substitutions when accompanied by full specification sheets and deviation documentation. Delivery is included in pricing with no separate charges permitted, and all products require Safety Data Sheets where applicable. Issuing bodies soliciting under this code include municipal recreation departments and township facility-management offices procuring grounds maintenance supplies for parks, golf courses, and public athletic facilities.

Recent activity under the code is limited; the most recent opportunity on record is Pennsauken Township, New Jersey's August 2026 IFB for turf supplies serving the Pennsauken Country Club, with bids due August 27, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. via the Township's eProcurement Portal. The contract term is two years with options for extension, and the Township reserves the right to award individual line items to separate bidders and to reject items of poor quality within 30 days of receipt. Geographic spread appears concentrated in the Northeast based on available data. Payment is contingent on inspection and acceptance by an authorized Township representative.