UNSPSC 39121431: Cable gland connector

A type of connector used to terminate cable and povide strain relief.

UNSPSC 39121431 Cable gland connector is a Commodity code representing electrical connectors and fastening hardware that state and local governments procure for power distribution, traffic management, telecommunications, and facility infrastructure projects. Recent solicitations under this code span ground clamps, terminal connectors, bolted straight aluminum connectors, and plate rectangle yokes—specialized components serving utility, transportation, and municipal electrical systems. Issuing bodies include city departments (Austin, Philadelphia, Lubbock), county governments (Harris, Orange, Galveston, DeKalb), school districts (Pinellas, Northside Independent, Gwinnett), transit authorities (Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Orange County Transportation Authority, Trinity Metro), and special-purpose districts (Columbus Consolidated Government). The code also captures electrical supplies procurement more broadly, including cables, fixtures, and parts bought on a catalog-discount or as-needed basis by municipalities and county governments. Geographic activity concentrates in Texas (Austin, Harris County, Galveston, Lubbock, San Antonio), Florida (Pinellas County, Hillsborough County), and Georgia (DeKalb, Gwinnett), with additional recent solicitations in Wisconsin, California, and Illinois.

Representative recent opportunities include the City of Austin Transportation & Public Works requesting traffic signal cables (IFQ 6200 AJC1026, due October 23, 2026)—15,000 feet of 5-conductor and 7,000 feet of 7-conductor cable with IMSA specifications for outdoor UV-rated installation; the City of Austin Austin Energy requesting 250 ground clamps rated #2/0 to #250 MCM (IFQ 1100 CPG1088, due October 7, 2026) with BURNDY and SEFCOR approved manufacturers; and Harris County Precinct 3 seeking electrical parts and related items on an as-needed basis (ITB 260248, due October 26, 2026). Pinellas County School District has solicited both electrical maintenance and repair services (26CD037, due October 8, 2026, estimated $400,000) and theater lighting renovations involving complete system removal and installation (26CD008, approximately $1.68 million across three locations). City Colleges of Chicago issued an Electrical Low Voltage Job Order Contract (MWJ2606, due October 21, 2026) with a $5 million ceiling covering IT/AV systems and low-voltage installations with 25% MBE and 7% WBE participation goals. Procurement mechanics favor tiered solicitations—initial posting to certified Small Business Enterprises and M/WBE vendors, followed by broader online distribution if quotes are insufficient—reflecting strong state and local set-aside participation. Most opportunities specify FOB Destination pricing with freight prepaid, authorized manufacturer lists with approval for alternatives when specifications are met, and delivery windows of 60 days or less. The code shows steady mid-market activity suitable for regional suppliers and established electrical distributors.