UNSPSC 31201606: Caulks

UNSPSC 31201606 Caulks, a Commodity code, encompasses removal, surface preparation, and installation of caulking and sealant materials across state and local infrastructure projects, including water treatment plants, municipal buildings, and aquatic facilities. State and local governments procure these services through term contracts and project-specific bids, with contractors supplying labor, materials, equipment, and specialized expertise to restore watertight integrity and extend asset service life. Recent solicitations show municipal and county governments—cities, water authorities, parks departments, and county facilities management—issuing sealed competitive bids and requests for bids, typically requiring five or more years of specialized experience, compliance with ASTM and NSF standards, appropriate licensing, and comprehensive insurance coverage. Contractors must provide joint sealant removal and replacement, caulk application across varying joint widths and depths, surface preparation, and often pressure washing or related cleaning services. Many contracts establish fixed unit pricing on a per-linear-foot basis, incorporate probationary periods, and carry warranty obligations—typically five years for installed sealants—with term lengths ranging from one to three years plus optional renewals.

The code shows recent activity across Georgia, Florida, and Wisconsin. The City of Lavonia, Georgia, issued a sealed bid (due May 26, 2026) for water treatment plant improvements including modifications to clearwell storage tanks and related appurtenances, with a pre-bid conference scheduled for May 7, 2026. Seminole County, Florida, issued an Invitation for Bid (60448322LNF, due February 1, 2023—note this deadline has passed) for a three-year term contract providing caulking, joint sealant, and pressure washing services on county-owned properties on an as-needed basis, evaluated on a pass/fail basis across character, capacity, quality, and references. The City of Green Bay, Wisconsin, issued a Request for Bid (2026-07, due April 2, 2026) for professional caulking and sealant services at five municipal aquatic facilities, requiring per-linear-foot pricing across five joint width categories and compliance with ASTM C1193 and NSF/ANSI Standard 50, with work completion by May 22, 2026, to ensure seasonal operational readiness.