UNSPSC 25111938: Marine steering gear

A powered system for steering a ship underway in which a signal of desired rudder angle is sent from the bridge by way of the control system. This signal activates the power unit with which the rudder is attached. The rudder moves with the help of the power unit till the right angle is reached.

UNSPSC 25111938 Marine steering gear, a Commodity code, covers steering systems and related components for marine vessels, though recent state and local solicitations show broader activity in the purchase and maintenance of complete marine craft and patrol vessels rather than discrete steering-gear components. State and local governments buying under this code span county sheriff and marine patrol operations, state transportation and port authorities, and county public safety departments. The work includes one-time purchases of outfitted marine patrol response vessels with integrated navigation, propulsion, and safety systems; marine safety work boats for county operations; establishment of master price agreements for ongoing service and repair of diverse marine fleets; and fabrication of specialized marine vessel frames. Issuing bodies are typically county governments with dedicated marine patrol or public safety functions, state purchasing divisions operating cooperative frameworks, and special districts managing waterborne operations.

Activity concentrates in Florida, Georgia, and Rhode Island within the recent opportunities block. Hillsborough County, Florida issued ITB 26-00402 for one marine safety work boat with a $400,000 estimated value and September 24, 2026 response date. Chatham County, Georgia solicited bids under ITB 25-0147-4 for a 27-foot-4-inch marine patrol response vessel funded by the 2025 DHS/FEMA Port Security Grant Program, requiring 30% M/WBE subcontracting participation, with bids due August 10, 2026. The State of Rhode Island Division of Purchases opened master price agreement MPA 620 through September 30, 2027 for marine craft service, repair, and maintenance available to state agencies, municipalities, and quasi-governmental organizations statewide, with MBE participation requirements and enrollment of qualified vendors capable of servicing multiple manufacturers' equipment. Marion County, Oregon awarded a Request for Quotes to Marine 1, LLC for Stryker Jetboat frame fabrication under RFQ SO1805-26, with the notice of intent posted April 30, 2026.