UNSPSC 13102026: Polystyrene PS

UNSPSC 13102026 Polystyrene PS is a Commodity code that in recent state and local procurement activity encompasses thermoplastic pavement marking materials and related equipment for road striping and surface preparation. State and local governments buying under this code are procuring thermoplastic raw materials in granular or pelletized form, pre-mixed applicator systems, and ancillary equipment including self-propelled spray carts and trailer-mounted applicators. The issuing bodies span city transportation departments (Phoenix, Dallas, Savannah), county public works and commission offices (Harris County, Marion County, Bryan County, Walton County, Bay County, Pasco County), and municipal transportation authorities. Cities and counties appear to solicit repeatedly under this family of goods, with a mix of small asset purchases (raw material supplies, applicator machines) and larger road maintenance contracts bundling striping services alongside resurfacing work.

Recent opportunities reflect heavy activity across Florida and Texas, with secondary activity in Georgia and Arizona. The City of Phoenix issued IFB 26-0348 for thermoplastic pavement marking raw material (binder, reflective glass spheres, titanium dioxide, calcium carbonate, yellow pigment in specified ranges, 50-pound meltable bags, five-year term commencing February 15, 2027, with responses due July 17, 2026). Harris County, Texas solicited through ITB 260116 for a complete thermoplastic applicator machine system including premelter trailer with dual 1,000 lb capacity, TXEQ-360MIIT applicator, quick-change dies, and training, with bids due June 8, 2026. Pasco County issued SSNFP26002, a notice of intent to sole-source self-propelled spray thermoplastic carts to improve pavement marking efficiency and safety (comment period closed August 4, 2026). Marion County, Florida competitively bid a road resurfacing contract (26B-095) covering 11.65 miles of overlay work including permanent thermoplastic striping across three residential units, with bids due June 18, 2026. The City of Port Orange issued SS2625CW, a notice of intent to award sole-source procurement for a Trantex Thermo Handliner 360M2 applicator with thermostat, 6-inch die, and bead dispenser including dropship and training (response date October 13, 2026).