UNSPSC 31281813: Copper punched components

UNSPSC 31281813 Copper punched components, a Commodity code, captures state and local procurement of metal components and assemblies used in infrastructure equipment, including fire hydrants and similar municipal water and utility fixtures. The City of Midland, Texas, acting on behalf of Mason County, recently solicited 71 fire hydrants—comprising 45 units of 4-foot, 20 units of 5-foot, and 6 units of 6-foot models—under the U25-01 Fire Hydrant Replacement Project. The code reflects city and county purchasing offices acquiring manufactured metal components conforming to technical specifications and detail sheets, with bidders required to submit itemized pricing, descriptive literature, delivery timeframes, and brand identification. Procurement under this code draws from cities and municipal utilities managing water infrastructure replacement and maintenance at the local level.

The Midland, Texas opportunity posted March 26, 2026, with bids due April 9, 2026, represents the recent activity visible under this code. Bidders must deliver F.O.B. to the City of Midland with freight prepaid and included in bid pricing, comply with a Non-Collusion Statement and Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, and maintain workers' compensation insurance. Texas Local Government Code Section 271.9051 applies local preference provisions, permitting award to a local bidder if their price falls within five percent of the lowest non-local bid. The procurement documents do not specify an incumbent vendor, budget range, or award value. No federal set-asides are designated, though local preference under Texas statute may influence award decisions based on economic development factors including local employment and tax revenues.