UNSPSC 31152108: Polypropylene cord

A length of flexible material similar to rope, but thinner and shorter, made of polypropylene fibers braided together.

UNSPSC 31152108 Polypropylene cord is a Commodity code reflecting tactical cordage and rope products that state and local governments procure for operational inventory and departmental use. Recent solicitations show state and local buyers purchasing military-specification paracord, polypropylene rope, nylon cord, wire rope slings, and assorted cordage in bulk quantities for fire rescue operations, municipal departments, and general operational stock. The City of Philadelphia posted a micro purchase (RFQ, October 15, 2026 response date) for 550 Type III paracord in black and yellow to military-grade standards; the City of Tampa issued an RFQ (August 25, 2026) for twelve line items including polypropylene rope, nylon cord, and twine in quantities ranging from 2 to 1,000 units; and Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners solicited janitorial and operational supplies (ITB, July 24, 2026) valued at $765,679.84 annually for fire rescue operations across 47 stations. Issuing bodies span municipal purchasing offices (Philadelphia, Tampa), county commissioners (Hillsborough), and cooperative purchasing vehicles (Sourcewell on behalf of multiple Washington state counties).

Geographic activity concentrates in Florida and Pennsylvania in the recent quarter, with broader regional presence through cooperative purchasing frameworks that serve multiple states. The City of Philadelphia and City of Tampa represent primary recent volume; Hillsborough County's annual spend at $765,679.84 signals steady procurement for fire rescue logistics. Most opportunities are awarded to lowest responsive and responsible bidders on firm fixed-price delivery FOB Destination terms, with contract periods of one year and delivery windows between five and ten business days. No set-asides or preferential designations appear in the recent opportunities, though Philadelphia voluntarily solicits LGBTQ applicant opportunity data. Sellers typically must carry general liability insurance ($500,000 per occurrence in Philadelphia's case), comply with E-Verify and drug-free workplace certification where required, and submit proof of insurance prior to award.