UNSPSC 39121451: Tap off

Connectors that allow smaller gauge wires to be connected to larger gauge wires.

UNSPSC 39121451 Tap off is a Commodity code covering electrical connection and grounding hardware—specifically, tap-off connectors, ground clamps, and similar coupling devices—that state and local governments procure for power distribution, utility infrastructure, and facility electrical systems. Recent solicitations reveal state and local buyers sourcing these components for traffic signal installations, electrical maintenance programs, utility operations, and emergency response capabilities across transportation, energy, and public safety departments.

The issuing-body mix spans city utilities, county transportation authorities, transit agencies, and school districts. The City of Austin (through Austin Energy and Transportation & Public Works) appears as a repeat buyer across multiple commodity codes in this dataset. Harris County and Columbus Consolidated Government also show activity in electrical components and supplies procurement. Geographic concentration is heaviest in Texas (Austin, Harris County, Lubbock, Galveston County, San Antonio, Tarrant County) and Georgia (DeKalb County, Atlanta), with secondary activity in Florida (Pinellas County Schools), Illinois (City Colleges of Chicago), and California (Orange County Transportation Authority). Representative recent opportunities include the City of Austin IFQ 6200 AJC1026 for various traffic signal cables (15,000 feet of 5-conductor cable, 5,000 feet of 7-conductor cable, composite coax, and single twisted pair shielded cable, all UV-rated for outdoor use, quotes due October 23, 2026); the City of Austin IFQ 1100 CPG1088 for 250 units of ground clamps rated #2/0 to #250 MCM with approved manufacturers BURNDY and SEFCOR, quotes due October 7, 2026; and the City of Austin IFQ 1100 BAS1102 for 125 units of 45-degree aluminum terminal connectors rated 3,000 amps continuous, quotes due September 29, 2026. Harris County Precinct 3 ITB 260248 seeks electrical parts and related items on an as-needed basis with bids due October 26, 2026 for a contract beginning January 1, 2027. Columbus Consolidated Government RFB 27-0012 covers 487 line items of electrical fixtures, parts, and supplies including ground rods, conduit systems, connectors, and ballasts with a two-year term and three one-year renewal options, bids due October 28, 2026. Award typically goes to the lowest responsive bidder meeting specifications; SBE, M/WBE, and local-vendor preferences apply in Austin and other jurisdictions. Delivery timelines range from 60 days (Austin) to 10 days (standard) to emergency same-day response in on-call arrangements.