UNSPSC 32121704: Static converters

UNSPSC 32121704 Static converters is a Commodity code covering electrical conversion and control equipment that state and local governments procure for utility infrastructure, facility operations, and water treatment systems. Recent solicitations show procurement of protection relays for electrical grids, motor control centers for pump stations, ballasts and capacitors for facilities maintenance, solenoids for automated transfer switches, and standardized electrical components for SCADA integration. The issuing bodies span utility authorities, county public works departments, municipalities, school districts, and transit authorities. Scope typically emphasizes compatibility with existing standardized infrastructure, compliance with electrical codes (NEC, NFPA 70/79), UL certifications, and integration with supervisory control systems without requiring redesign of protection schemes or control logic.

Recent activity concentrates in Florida and Texas. Kissimmee Utility Authority issued a sole-source quotation (Solicitation SS26054SH, due August 24, 2026) for SEL 451 and SEL 751 protection relays to replace aging equipment, with Power Connections, Inc. identified as the exclusive authorized distributor. Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners posted ITB 26-00393 (due September 29, 2026) for pump station control panels and enclosures, estimated at $3.66 million over two years, requiring UL 508A certification and weekly production of two to four complete panels; ten contractors bid, with unit prices ranging from approximately $21,000 to $112,000. The City of Bartow issued solicitation 2632 for a Master Lift Station Motor Control Center installation requiring shop drawings, NEC compliance, and post-bid technical specifications. Northside Independent School District posted IFB 2026118 (due September 24, 2026) for electronic equipment, parts, repairs, and services. Hillsborough County also posted ITB 26-00277 (due June 18, 2026) for Schneider brand electrical components, estimated at $519,787.19 over two years, restricted to authorized distributors with standardized component requirements for SCADA panels. Trinity Metro (Tarrant County, Texas) established an IDIQ contract for electrical materials across facilities and maintenance operations.