UNSPSC 27111615: Sledge hammer

A sledgehammer is a tool that consists of a large, flat head attached to a lever (or handle). The head is typically made of metal. The sledgehammer can apply more impulse than other hammers due to its large size. Along with the mallet, it shares the ability to distribute force over a wide area

UNSPSC 27111615 Sledge hammer is a Commodity code that covers hand tools, including hammers and hammer-related implements, procured by state and local jurisdictions primarily for operational and maintenance use. The recent solicitation activity shows these tools being requested as part of broader janitorial, operational, and hand-tool consumable supply contracts. State and local governments buy sledge hammers and related striking tools for fire rescue departments, public works, facilities maintenance, and general county and municipal operations. Issuing bodies include county boards of commissioners, city procurement departments, and special-purpose operational units such as fire rescue services. The procurement approach typically bundles sledge hammers and related hand tools into larger as-needed supply contracts or micro purchases, with awards based on competitive sealed bids or quotes to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

Recent activity concentrates in Florida and Pennsylvania. Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners issued ITB 2600319 on July 7, 2026, for janitorial and operational supplies (due July 24, 2026) with an estimated one-year contract value of $765,679.84, serving the Hillsborough County Fire Rescue Department across 47 fire stations; delivery is FOB Destination to Tampa, Florida, with standard turnaround within 10 days of purchase order receipt. The City of Philadelphia posted two micro purchase solicitations: B2627188 for a hammer tacker (due May 29, 2026) and B2626809 for hand tools (due April 14, 2026, with a capped contract value of $43,000), both awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder through the PHLContracts eProcurement platform. Philadelphia requires executed Consent and Authorization Agreements and maintains a 365-day contract term with no automatic renewal.