UNSPSC 24102005: Automated storage or retrieval systems

UNSPSC 24102005 Automated storage or retrieval systems is a Commodity code covering storage containers, shelving units, and specialized storage infrastructure that state and local governments procure for warehouses, departmental operations, and hazardous-material management. Recent solicitations show that "automated storage or retrieval systems" as a nominal category masks a purchasing reality dominated by fixed shelving, industrial storage boxes, and specialized containment systems rather than automated retrieval equipment. Cities, counties, and special-purpose districts issue RFQs and IFBs for these items as tactical operational procurements, often micro-purchases or small contracts awarded to the lowest responsive bidder on a single-line or multi-line basis. Cities of Philadelphia and Phoenix, Gwinnett County in Georgia, and Sarasota County in Florida have all issued recent RFQs or IFBs under this code within the past four months.

Recent activity spans Georgia, Florida, and Arizona, with Philadelphia and Phoenix as repeat buyers. Gwinnett County, Georgia posted an RFQ for shelving units (PE77023NONST2027000000758) with bids due October 2, 2026, emphasizing competitive pricing and vendor qualifications alongside delivery timelines and quality. The City of Phoenix issued a sealed-offer IFB for warehouse shelving (IFB260251) with a June 1, 2026 proposal deadline (extended to October 18, 2022 per addendum) for a five-year contract commencing August 1, 2026, covering Maricopa County and Phoenix jurisdictions. Sarasota County posted an RFQ (2026QQ789) for a specialized 20-foot hazardous-material storage container with electrical and secondary-containment specifications, due August 7, 2026, with a $50,000 bid ceiling and delivery by September 30, 2026. Philadelphia has issued multiple micro-purchases for shelving and general supplies for intake sites (B2727501 due July 24, 2026; B2627231 due June 2, 2026), with LBE certification and insurance requirements applicable to larger awards. Vendor responses must address delivery logistics, product specifications, and compliance with state and local hazardous-material and wage-and-benefits regulations where applicable.