UNSPSC 11181500: Non ferrous metal oxides

The non-ferrous metal oxides are any oxide but iron oxides

UNSPSC 11181500 Non ferrous metal oxides is a Class code under which state and local governments procure scrap metal and aluminum collection and recycling services. The code shows limited and misaligned recent activity — only one of two recent opportunities posted under this code is genuinely related to the scope. The Caltrans IFB for on-call scrap metal and aluminum collection and recycling services from four maintenance stations in Humboldt and Mendocino County represents the concrete work state and local bodies actually buy here: the collection, removal, and recycling of ferrous and non-ferrous metals on an on-call basis, with contractor compensation tied to tonnage and American Metal Market pricing. The second recent opportunity — Bernalillo County's RFP for opioid treatment grant funding — does not align with the code's scope and appears to be a tagging error.

The state and local activity under this code is sparse and geographically narrow. Caltrans, California's transportation department, is the sole identified issuing body in recent opportunities. The Caltrans IFB (01A6662) sought bids due July 28, 2026, with an estimated award date of August 4, 2026; the contract runs September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2029, covering approximately 400 gross tons of scrap metal with a dual five-percent preference for certified small or micro businesses and for disabled veteran business enterprises at full participation. Bidders must hold a California Motor Carrier Permit, a current American Metal Market subscription, and a valid Weighmaster License. Required insurance includes $1 million per-occurrence liability, $1 million automobile liability, and $1 million employer's liability. Geographic activity is limited to northern California only.