UNSPSC 31152100: Cords

Lengths of flexible material similar to rope, but thinner, shorter and used for tying and binding. Made of natural or synthetic fibers or threads.

UNSPSC 31152100 Cords is a Class code covering rope, cord, and related cordage products that state and local governments procure for operational, security, and facility-management use. Recent solicitations show state and local buyers purchasing military-grade paracord, nylon and polypropylene rope, wire rope slings, twine, and related cordage in quantities ranging from small consumable purchases to larger inventory replenishment orders. The issuing bodies include city procurement offices (Philadelphia, Tampa), county commissioners and specialized county departments (Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners, Orange County Sheriff-Coroner Department), and cooperative purchasing vehicles serving multiple jurisdictions statewide. Work under this code typically involves as-needed supply contracts with standardized delivery timelines and firm, fixed-price quotations.

Recent activity spans Florida and California, with representative opportunities including the City of Philadelphia's micro purchase for 550 Type III paracord in black and yellow (due October 15, 2026, IFB 0602627005), the City of Tampa's RFQ for cord and rope inventory across twelve line items including nylon cord, nylon rope, and wire rope slings (due August 25, 2026, RFQ 26P00489), and Hillsborough County's ITB for janitorial and operational supplies including consumable cordage for 47 fire stations operating 24/7 (estimated contract value $765,679.84, due July 24, 2026). Sourcewell's statewide cooperative purchasing RFP #061626 for law enforcement equipment (due June 16, 2026) covers cordage as part of a broader equipment procurement framework serving multiple Washington and other jurisdictions. All recent contracts impose firm delivery schedules, FOB Destination pricing, proof of insurance, and compliance with state prevailing wage or tax requirements where applicable.