UNSPSC 31281819: Tin punched components

UNSPSC 31281819 Tin punched components (Commodity) covers fire hydrants and related water infrastructure components that state and local governments procure for municipal water systems and replacement projects. The recent activity shows municipalities sourcing complete hydrant assemblies with specified dimensional and material tolerances, delivered ready for installation in water distribution networks. Issuing bodies under this code include city procurement offices acting on behalf of counties and municipalities — the City of Midland, Texas, posted a competitive IFB for 71 fire hydrants across multiple heights as part of a water infrastructure replacement initiative. Procurement is typically through municipal purchasing departments issuing competitive bids with detailed technical specifications, F.O.B. delivery terms, and itemized unit pricing requirements.

The code shows activity in Texas, where the City of Midland issued an IFB (Solicitation 26003721) on March 26, 2026, for 45 units of 4-foot hydrants, 20 units of 5-foot hydrants, and 6 units of 6-foot hydrants, with a response deadline of April 9, 2026. Bidders were required to submit through the Bonfire e-procurement system with descriptive literature, delivery timelines, brand identification, and proof of workers' compensation insurance within 21 days of award. The City applied local preference provisions under Texas Local Government Code Section 271.9051, allowing local bidders within five percent of the lowest non-local bid to compete on economic development factors. No budget range or incumbent vendor was disclosed in the solicitation documents.