UNSPSC 31281903: Brass draw formed components

UNSPSC 31281903 Brass draw formed components is a Commodity code that describes components and assemblies produced through brass-drawing fabrication processes, though recent state and local solicitations tag the code for finished goods rather than component procurement — specifically fire hydrants and hydrant subassemblies incorporating brass-formed parts. State and local governments soliciting under this code are typically municipalities and counties managing water infrastructure replacement and rehabilitation. The City of Midland, Texas, acting on behalf of Mason County, posted a competitive bid (IFB 26003721) on March 26, 2026, for the procurement of 71 fire hydrants in three sizes (4-foot, 5-foot, and 6-foot units) under the U25-01 Fire Hydrant Replacement Project. Bidders were required to submit itemized unit pricing, product literature, delivery timeframes, and brand identification; delivery was F.O.B. Midland with freight prepaid and included in the bid price.

The geographic footprint of recent activity is limited to Texas, with the Midland procurement representing the most recent documented state and local opportunity under the code as of March 2026. Local preference applied under Texas Local Government Code Section 271.9051, permitting the City Council to award to a local bidder whose price fell within five percent of the lowest non-local bid. The IFB response deadline was April 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM through the Bonfire e-procurement system. Bidders were required to execute a Non-Collusion Statement, submit a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire if establishing a business relationship with the City, provide an Affidavit of Eligibility for local preference consideration, and maintain workers' compensation insurance with the City named as an additional insured within 21 days of award.