UNSPSC 26111900: Clutches

UNSPSC 26111900 Clutches is a Class code that encompasses brake components and systems for vehicles ranging from passenger cars to heavy-duty trucks and specialized equipment. State and local governments procure under this code pads, shoes, rotors, drums, master cylinders, hoses, calipers, wheel cylinders, hardware kits, and brake boosters—typically factory-approved or OEM-certified new or remanufactured parts. Recent solicitations also include specialized brake systems for non-highway applications, such as container gantry crane brakes with emergency stopping and holding functions. Issuing bodies include school districts, county transit and port authorities, and county governments. Pinellas County School District and Broward County have both solicited brake components and systems in the past quarter, suggesting repeat procurement activity among large Florida jurisdictions managing vehicle fleets and specialized equipment.

The most recent activity clusters in Florida and Georgia. Pinellas County School District posted an ITB on July 27, 2026 for motor vehicle brake parts (pads, shoes, rotors, drums, master cylinders, hoses, calipers, wheel cylinders, hardware kits, and boosters) for passenger vehicles, light trucks, medium/heavy duty trucks, buses, and trailers, with bids due August 24, 2026 and an estimated annual contract value of $190,000. Broward County issued an RFI in June 2026 contesting a proposed sole-source designation for Bubenzer brakes and rail clamps for container gantry cranes at Port Everglades, seeking evidence of comparable alternative suppliers. Florida extends a 5 percent preference to in-state bidders when the lowest bid comes from a non-reciprocal out-of-state supplier. Brake suppliers must typically meet OEM certification requirements, provide manufacturer warranties and liability indemnification, and comply with background screening, E-Verify, drug-free workplace, and debarment certifications. Geographic concentration in Florida reflects significant school district and port authority fleet activity, though the code shows limited recent solicitation volume overall.