UNSPSC 32121502: Variable capacitors or varactors

UNSPSC 32121502 Variable capacitors or varactors is a Commodity code representing specialized electrical components that state and local governments procure primarily as replacement parts and integrated system components for utility infrastructure, water treatment facilities, and transit systems. The recent opportunities under this code show that governments are buying capacitors as elements within larger electrical control and distribution systems—ballasts paired with capacitors for lighting systems, capacitors integrated into motor control centers and pump station control panels, and capacitors as components within electrical parts supplier frameworks for ongoing maintenance and emergency repairs. Issuing bodies include utility authorities (Kissimmee Utility Authority in Florida), county governments (Hillsborough County and Gwinnett County), school districts (Northside Independent School District in Texas), transit authorities (Trinity Metro in Texas), and municipal water treatment facilities (City of Tampa). The mix reflects routine procurement across water, wastewater, electrical distribution, and facilities maintenance functions.

Geographic activity concentrates in Florida and Texas. Recent solicitations include Gwinnett County, Georgia requesting competitive quotes for approximately 200 capacitor units annually (Aerovox Z74S5232NN or approved equivalent) on an annual contract with four renewal options, quotes due June 12, 2026; Hillsborough County, Florida issuing ITB-26-00277 for ongoing Schneider brand electrical components (estimated contract value $519,787.19 over two years) with bids due June 18, 2026; and Kissimmee Utility Authority posting sole-source procurement SS26054SH for SEL protection relays that integrate capacitive elements compatible with existing SCADA infrastructure, quotations due August 24, 2026. Northside Independent School District in San Antonio, Texas is seeking sealed bids under IFB2026118 for electronic equipment, parts, repairs, rentals, and services with proposals due September 24, 2026, replacing an expiring contract and requiring all current vendors to resubmit. The code shows active procurement momentum across utility replacements, standardized component supply contracts, and facilities-level electrical maintenance frameworks through mid-2026.