UNSPSC 31133700: Powdered metals and metal alloys

Metals and metals based alloys in powder form used to produce various components

UNSPSC 31133700 Powdered metals and metal alloys, a Class code, encompasses bulk industrial metals and alloys that state and local governments procure for manufacturing and facility operations. Recent solicitation activity shows state agencies and courts acquiring finished metal stock—primarily coiled aluminum alloy and wire decking materials—for production and infrastructure use rather than powdered or granular forms. The Colorado Department of Corrections dominates recent activity under this code, procuring specialty aluminum coil for license plate manufacturing, while the Los Angeles Superior Court has solicited wire decking for warehouse and storage infrastructure.

Recent opportunities center in Colorado and California. The Colorado Department of Corrections issued two near-identical IFBs in May 2026 (posted May 5 and May 19, due dates May 20 and May 23 respectively) for 350,000 pounds of 3105H21 aluminum alloy coil at 21-gauge thickness, with monthly deliveries of three truckloads to the CCi Tag Plant in Canon City. Specifications include Bonderite pretreatment and ASTM B-449-Class 2 conversion coating, FOB Destination delivery Monday–Thursday, and a Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business 5% price preference. The Los Angeles Superior Court issued an RFQ in April 2026 (posted April 24, due May 7) for 606 units of 52-inch by 42-inch wire decking with 2,500-pound load capacity. Neither solicitation disclosed a contract value or budget range. Vendors must complete facility security and background-check requirements in Colorado; in California, protest thresholds apply at $50,000 for non-IT goods. No incumbent vendors are named in either opportunity.