UNSPSC 31161816: Spacers or standoffs

UNSPSC 31161816 Spacers or standoffs is a Commodity code that covers fastening hardware and spacer components used in maintenance, repair, and construction applications across state and local government operations. The recent activity under this code reflects two distinct procurement patterns: large infrastructure construction projects requiring specialized fastening hardware as part of comprehensive facility modifications, and routine replenishment of standard industrial fasteners for transit and utility operations. State and local issuing bodies soliciting under this code include municipal water authorities, transit agencies, and city public works departments. The scope of work encompasses both incidental fastener procurement as part of larger construction bids and standalone purchase orders for specific fastening components to support ongoing maintenance and equipment operations.

Recent activity shows geographic spread across the Southeast and Texas. The City of Lavonia (Fayette County), Georgia posted a comprehensive sealed competitive bid in April 2026 for Water Treatment Plant 2026 Improvements (solicitation PE66940NONST2026000000005, due May 26, 2026), a nine-month infrastructure project that includes modifications to raw water pump stations, settling basins, filtration systems, and chemical feed systems where fastening hardware would be integral to equipment installation and assembly; the project is subject to Build America, Buy America Act compliance and DBE participation goals of 4.0% for minority-owned and women-owned businesses. The Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority (DART) issued a purchase order in January 2026 (solicitation 2097555, due January 28, 2026) for Washer Lock 7/16" Medium in packages of 100, a direct-buy procurement requiring FOB Destination freight terms and Net 30 payment terms through the BONFIRE registration system.