UNSPSC 27112731: Power scissors

A type of scissors that move automatically, powered by AC or battery.

UNSPSC 27112731 Power scissors, a Commodity code, maps to hand tools and cutting implements that state and local governments procure for operational and maintenance use. Recent solicitations show the code capturing bolt cutters and janitorial supply line items alongside its nominal scope; the actual buying spans general-purpose cutting tools used by police, fire, public works, and facilities management departments. Issuing bodies include municipal procurement offices and county governments; the City of Philadelphia and Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners both posted solicitations under or tagged to this code within the past three months. Work involves competitive bidding for small-quantity tool purchases and broader consumable-supply agreements where cutting tools appear as line items within larger operational supply contracts.

The most recent activity concentrates in Florida and Pennsylvania. The City of Philadelphia issued a micro-purchase IFB for bolt cutters (B2727842) with a response date of September 4, 2026, requiring bidders to submit quotes through PHLContracts.phila.gov with LGBTQ-ownership and certification disclosure available on a voluntary basis. Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners posted ITB2600319 for janitorial and operational supplies (due July 24, 2026) with an estimated contract value of $765,679.84 for one year, covering supplies for 47 fire stations; the contract allows award by line item or overall net bid price at the County's discretion and may be shared with members of the Hillsborough County Governmental Purchasing Council under the same terms. Both solicitations emphasize new, unused inventory, authorized-distributor status, and standard delivery windows of 5–10 business days to specified County or City facilities.