UNSPSC 31101611: Brass sand casting

Brass object cast from sand molds

UNSPSC 31101611 Brass sand casting is a Commodity code that encompasses cast and fabricated metal components for water utility infrastructure, including pipe repair clamps, curb boxes, and related assemblies used in municipal water system maintenance and repair. State and local governments procure these items through water utilities and public works departments, typically via competitive RFQs and IFBs for replacement parts and system upgrades. The work involves sourcing premanufactured metal components that meet specific dimensional, material, and performance standards — cast iron construction with protective coatings, brass hardware, and compatibility with existing piping and access systems. Issuing bodies are primarily municipal utilities and finance departments acting on behalf of water authorities, rather than state agencies or school districts.

Recent activity centers on the City of Madison Water Utility, which posted two RFQs in early March 2026 for pipe repair clamps and curb box assemblies, both due March 17, 2026. The pipe repair clamps solicitation (RFQ 5518) sought 175 units of stainless steel full-circle clamps across eleven line items in sizes from 4"X8" to 12"X24", with acceptable manufacturers including Smith-Blair, Mueller, ROMAC, Ford, Cascade, Hymax, A.Y. McDonald, and JCM. The curb boxes solicitation (RFQ 5517) requested 150 complete cast iron curb box assemblies with tar coating, brass screws, and 54-inch rods, plus 100 dust caps, extensions, and replacement lids, with Bingham & Taylor model 94F specified as the acceptable manufacturer. Both RFQs required FOB delivery to Madison with 24-hour notice, evaluation on cost, quality, warranty, delivery, and past performance, and local vendor preference available to registered suppliers. Wisconsin is the sole state showing documented recent activity under this code.