UNSPSC 27111732: Non sparking screwdriver

A screwdriver made of a specific alloy, usually combinations of either beryllium and copper or bronze and aluminum, appropriate for use in environments with high explosive risk such as chemical plants, power stations, gas and oil distribution lines, etc.

UNSPSC 27111732 Non sparking screwdriver is a Commodity code covering individual hand tools and tool sets for maintenance and repair operations procured by state and local governments. State and local buyers under this code acquire professional-grade hand tools—including screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, hammers, and specialized implements—both as individual items and as part of comprehensive master tool sets designed for fleet, garage, and facility maintenance. Issuing bodies include state transportation and facilities departments, higher education institutions, and statewide cooperative purchasing programs that aggregate demand across multiple agencies. The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Statewide Procurement Division (procuring on behalf of the Texas Department of Transportation and other state agencies through the Texas SmartBuy cooperative vehicle) is a substantial repeat buyer under this code, consolidating purchasing for multiple state customers through centralized master agreements.

The most recent and most substantial activity appears concentrated in Texas. The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts issued Invitation for Bid No. 304T-26-445A1 (posted and due June 11, 2026) to procure master tool sets containing a minimum of 1,152 pieces—including at least 36 screwdrivers among hundreds of hand tools, pneumatic power tools, diagnostic equipment, and roll cabs with foam and shadow board organization—plus discounted individual hand and power tools available statewide through the Texas SmartBuy cooperative system. The procurement requires seven years' minimum experience in professional-grade mechanic tools, 24-hour statewide on-site repair capability, and full-condition warranties with ten-year terms (or longer manufacturer coverage). The initial contract term runs through July 31, 2027, with four renewal options extending through July 31, 2030, plus one additional year option, creating sustained procurement across multiple state agencies and institutions of higher education.