UNSPSC 39101805: Metal halide dry capacitor

Dry capacitor for probe start metal halide lamps.

UNSPSC 39101805 Metal halide dry capacitor is a Commodity code that covers distribution and power factor correction capacitors and associated electrical equipment supplied to state and local utilities, water districts, school systems, and municipal departments for maintenance and operation of electrical distribution infrastructure. The work being solicited under this code encompasses fixed-price supply contracts for capacitor banks rated in the KVAR range, allied components such as capacitor controllers, current sensors, and transformers, and ancillary electrical equipment to support power distribution systems. Issuing bodies include municipal utilities (Austin Energy), water districts (West Basin Municipal Water District), county governments (Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation), and school districts (Northside Independent School District), reflecting the broad reliance on standardized electrical components across diverse state and local infrastructure.

Recent activity shows concentrated procurement in Texas and Georgia. Austin Energy posted an IFB for capacitor banks and associated parts due October 27, 2026, soliciting 24-month supply under fixed unit-price terms with economic price adjustments; the contract covers eight line items with annual quantities ranging from 4 to 130 units at two warehouse locations in the Austin area, with manufacturers required to demonstrate at least five years' experience in distribution capacitor manufacturing. Gwinnett County, Georgia issued a competitive quote request in June 2026 for approximately 200 units annually each of 1500W metal halide ballasts and capacitors on a fixed-price annual contract with four one-year renewal options. Northside Independent School District posted an IFB in June 2026 for electrical equipment, parts, and services with bids due July 1, 2026, replacing an expiring contract and requiring all vendors to resubmit to maintain eligibility. Preference programs vary by issuer: Austin Energy offers local business and small business discounts up to 5 percent, while Gwinnett County awards to the lowest responsive and responsible quote. The code sees limited but consistent activity; the mismatch between the nominal scope (metal halide dry capacitors) and one posting tagged to law enforcement equipment (Sourcewell RFP #061626) suggests potential classification variance in state and local systems.