UNSPSC 23161606: Foundry molds

UNSPSC 23161606 Foundry molds is a Commodity code that in state and local procurement captures consumable and durable supplies for pottery studios, including clay, glazes, tools, kiln furniture, and related production materials used by municipal arts facilities. The City of Orlando represents the primary recent buyer under this code, soliciting pottery supplies through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to support an operational pottery studio with twenty electric wheels, nine electric kilns, and supporting equipment. Issuing bodies using this code are typically municipal arts departments or recreation programs operating studio facilities. The scope encompasses both routine consumable orders—clay delivered on a forty-five-day cycle in quantities of 4,000 to 5,000 pounds—and durable equipment items and specialized materials necessary for continuous studio operation.

Recent activity centers in Florida, with the City of Orlando posting IFB 27-0025 on October 6, 2026, for pottery supplies with a response deadline of November 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The contract term is one year with four optional one-year renewals, and the City applies a Veteran Business Enterprise preference in evaluation alongside consideration of Small and Local Business Enterprise participation. Bidders must meet insurance requirements (Commercial General Liability and Comprehensive Automobile Liability each at $1 million combined single limit, plus Workers' Compensation coverage), maintain a local service representative for technical assistance, and deliver in-stock items within one week on an F.O.B. Destination basis. The City reserves the right to award to multiple responsive and responsible bidders and does not pay federal excise taxes or state sales taxes.