UNSPSC 31121311: Brass permanent mold machined castings

UNSPSC 31121311 Brass permanent mold machined castings is a Commodity code that state and local governments procure primarily for water utility infrastructure repair and maintenance applications. Recent activity shows that Madison, Wisconsin's water utility is buying cast iron and brass-component assemblies for distribution system management—specifically pipe repair clamps with stainless steel construction and curb box assemblies with brass hardware and cast iron bodies. The work involves sourcing manufactured components to specification rather than fabricating custom castings; water utilities are the primary buyers under this code's recent solicitations. Issuing bodies include municipal water departments and purchasing offices acting on their behalf.

Madison Water Utility dominates the recent record, posting two RFQs in early March 2026 for pipe repair clamps (175 units across various sizes, due March 17, 2026) and curb box assemblies (150 complete units plus components, due March 17, 2026). Both solicitations specify acceptable manufacturers and emphasize delivered pricing, FOB delivery to Madison, and a one-year price-firm requirement. The City extends local vendor preference scoring advantages to registered local suppliers but does not restrict responses to disadvantaged enterprises. Wisconsin shows measurable activity under this code; no opportunities from other states appear in the recent record. Vendors responding to these solicitations must meet material specifications (cast iron with tar coating, brass screws for curb boxes; stainless steel for clamps), comply with quantity and size requirements, and provide firm quotes with extended pricing, delivery timeframes, and warranty/service documentation as evaluation factors.