UNSPSC 31281804: Non ferrous alloy punched components

UNSPSC 31281804 Non ferrous alloy punched components (Commodity) covers metal components and fixtures used in municipal water infrastructure, based on recent state and local procurement activity centered on fire hydrant procurement. The code captures manufactured metal assemblies and structural components that state and local water and public works departments source through competitive bidding. These procurements typically flow through city purchasing offices on behalf of broader regional water or utility districts, and may include design specifications requiring conformance to established standards and technical detail sheets. Quantities range from dozens to larger lots, with bidders commonly required to provide itemized pricing by unit, product literature, brand identification, and delivery terms.

Recent activity centers in Texas, where the City of Midland acting on behalf of Mason County posted an IFB (solicitation 26003721) on March 26, 2026, seeking 71 fire hydrants in three size categories (4-foot, 5-foot, and 6-foot units) with a response deadline of April 9, 2026. The procurement required F.O.B. delivery to specified City locations with freight prepaid and included in bid price, submission through the Bonfire e-procurement system, and compliance with Texas Local Government Code local-preference provisions allowing award to a local bidder if within five percent of the lowest non-local bid. No set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises were specified. The source provides no additional state or local opportunities under this code at this time.