UNSPSC 27111811: Folding ruler

A ruler formed by a series of ribs normally made of plastic which are united to each other consecutively by way of swivelled ends. Alias: carpenter rule.

UNSPSC 27111811 Folding ruler is a Commodity code covering measurement and layout hand tools, specifically folding rulers and tape measures that state and local governments procure for general operational use, facility maintenance, and field work. The City of Philadelphia has posted two micro-purchase RFQs under this code within the past three weeks — B2728210 (posted October 13, 2026, due October 16, 2026) and B2728094 (posted October 1, 2026, due October 5, 2026) — both soliciting tape measures on annual contracts running July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Both opportunities carry a pricing ceiling of $45,000 adjusted annually by Consumer Price Index growth from January 1, 2020, rounded to the nearest thousand dollars. Philadelphia's purchasing process requires vendor registration on PHLContracts.phila.gov, execution of a Consent & Authorization Agreement prior to bid closing, and standard insurance coverage including workers' compensation at statutory limits, general liability with a $500,000 per-occurrence minimum, and automobile liability at $300,000 per occurrence. Vendors may optionally submit an LGBTQ Applicant Data Form to self-identify certifications including LGBTBE, MBE, WBE, DSBE, or DBE status; submission supports the City's diversity, equity, and inclusion procurement goals.

The recent activity tracked under this code is limited to Philadelphia municipal procurement. No other state or local issuing bodies appear in the opportunities block, and no geographic spread beyond Philadelphia is evident from the source material. The two Philadelphia RFQs are substantively identical in structure and insurance requirements, suggesting they may represent seasonal or departmental replenishment cycles within the same fiscal year. Quotations remain valid for 60 days from submission. Vendors must quote all line items to be eligible for award; the City reserves the right to award as a whole or by line item in its discretion. Award will go to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.