UNSPSC 31282007: Ferrous alloy hydro formed components

UNSPSC 31282007 Ferrous alloy hydro formed components is a Commodity code under which state and local governments procure cast or ductile-iron fire hydrants and related pressurized water-system components. The City of Midland, Texas (acting on behalf of Mason County) recently solicited competitive bids for 71 fire hydrants in multiple heights—45 units of 4-foot, 20 units of 5-foot, and 6 units of 6-foot models—all conforming to attached technical specifications. Municipal water utilities and city departments of public works are the primary buyers under this code, seeking standardized, durable hydrant assemblies for replacement and system expansion. Bidders must provide itemized unit pricing, descriptive product literature, delivery timelines in calendar days, and brand and product identifiers. Delivery is F.O.B. Midland with freight prepaid and included in the bid price, and all hydrants must meet applicable AWWA or similar industry standards embedded in the city's technical detail sheets.

The City of Midland issued an IFB (Invitation for Bid) through the Bonfire e-procurement system with a response deadline of April 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM. Texas municipalities dominate recent activity under this code; the Midland procurement is the current visible opportunity. Local preference provisions under Texas Local Government Code Section 271.9051 apply, permitting the city council to award to a local bidder whose price falls within five percent of the lowest non-local bid if economic-development factors favor local employment and tax revenue. No federal set-asides (SBE, MBE, WBE, or DBE) are specified. Bidders must execute a Non-Collusion Statement, maintain workers' compensation insurance with the city named as additional insured within 21 days of award, and comply with mandatory bid waivers related to attorney's fees and breach-notice requirements. The procurement reserves the right to award by item or by total bid to the lowest responsible bidder or the bidder offering best value under Texas Local Government Code Section 252.043.