UNSPSC 11111804: Bentonite

UNSPSC 11111804 Bentonite is a Commodity code covering mineral additives and processing agents used in industrial and specialized applications. State and local governments procure bentonite primarily through clay and ceramic-supply vendors who bundle it with pottery-wheel clay, kiln materials, and related studio consumables. The City of Orlando's recent IFB for pottery supplies demonstrates the code's application in municipal recreation and arts programming — bentonite appears here as part of the broader clay-formulation and ceramic-studio ecosystem rather than as a standalone mining or industrial product. Issuing bodies under this code include municipal parks and recreation departments operating pottery studios and arts facilities. The scope of work involves delivery of clay and mineral additives on contracted cycles, typically with fixed pricing, insurance requirements (Workers' Compensation, Comprehensive Automobile Liability, and Commercial General Liability), and performance standards around delivery speed and inventory management.

Recent activity is sparse. The City of Orlando's IFB 27-0025, posted October 6, 2026, with a November 5, 2026 response date, represents the only clearly relevant recent opportunity; it calls for pottery supplies including clay on a forty-five-day ordering cycle with quantities averaging 4,000 to 5,000 pounds per cycle, one-week delivery standards for in-stock items on an F.O.B. Destination basis, a one-year initial contract term with four one-year renewal options, and preference for Veteran Business Enterprise and Small and Local Business Enterprise participation. Geographic activity is limited to Florida based on available records. The code shows minimal recent procurement volume across state and local jurisdictions, suggesting either consolidation of clay-supply sourcing through municipal arts programs or low frequency of competitive advertising in this category.