UNSPSC 31143203: Metallized injection molding

Injection molded component consisting of various plastic materials with the addition decorative metallic finish applied to its show surface after molding, using an electrostatic evaporative coating process

UNSPSC 31143203 Metallized injection molding (Commodity) covers equipment and machinery used in injection molding processes, though state and local procurement activity under this code remains sparse. The single recent opportunity involves the University of Southern Mississippi seeking a 110-ton electric injection molding machine for its Polymer Institute Processing Lab through a sealed-bid IFB (Invitation for Bid) posted April 26, 2026. The specification detail — a machine accepting 14" x 14" x 16" maximum molds, 40mm screw diameter, 171-gram shot size, and 800°F maximum barrel temperature, with constraints on footprint (179" x 50") and doorway clearance (82" height by 70" width) — indicates academic or light-manufacturing research use rather than high-volume production. The university requires delivery within 16 weeks, one day of installation and familiarization, three days of training, a one-year warranty, and lifetime technical support, with F.O.B. Destination pricing and 2% discount if paid within ten days or net 45 terms.

The code shows minimal recent procurement volume in state and local markets. Geographic activity is limited to Mississippi, with the University of Southern Mississippi as the identified issuing body. No other recent solicitations under this Commodity code appear in the available opportunities block, and no set-aside designations, incumbent vendors, or repeat buyers are documented. Bidders should note that the university reserves award authority and publishes additional specifications and terms on its procurement services website at usm.edu/procurement-contract-services.