UNSPSC 31151509: Rubber rope

UNSPSC 31151509 Rubber rope is a Commodity code that encompasses elastic and non-elastic cordage, strapping, and securing hardware used by state and local operational, maintenance, and public-safety departments. The recent opportunities solicited under this code show a mix of general operational supplies for multi-facility public agencies and specialized hardware for tactical and infrastructure applications. Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners and the City of Tampa on behalf of Hillsborough County are the repeat issuing bodies in the recent block, reflecting the fact that counties and cities procure these consumables on an as-needed basis to support fire rescue operations, fleet maintenance, equipment rigging, and facility upkeep. The scope includes tie-down straps, slings, chains, shackles, hooks, and related securing devices in quantities and specifications tailored to emergency response and departmental operational needs.

The most active recent opportunities are concentrated in Florida. Hillsborough County issued ITB 26-00319 for janitorial and operational supplies (including consumables for fire rescue) with a due date of July 24, 2026 and an estimated contract value of $765,679.84 for one year; the City of Tampa issued RFQ 26-P-00214 for hooks, shackles, and lifting hardware with a due date of April 15, 2026 and delivery required within ten days of order receipt. Sourcewell, the Minnesota cooperative purchasing vehicle, issued RFP 061626 for law enforcement equipment on behalf of participating entities including Washington-state counties (Franklin, Grant, Grays Harbor, Chelan, and Yakima), with proposals due June 16, 2026; this opportunity applies to a multi-state cooperative framework but does not disclose specific award values or budget ranges. Delivery timelines are typically ten days standard or five business days emergency; all pricing is quoted free-on-board Destination with shipping included.