UNSPSC 39121621: Lightning protection apparatus and accessories

UNSPSC 39121621 Lightning protection apparatus and accessories is a Commodity code covering the design, installation, and components of lightning protection systems for buildings and facilities. State and local governments procure under this code primarily for lightning protection retrofits and new installations at critical infrastructure, including water treatment and waste-to-energy facilities, airports, and school district electrical systems. The scope spans complete system design and installation including air terminals, down conductors, grounding systems, and compliance verification to NFPA 780 and UL 96A standards, as well as replacement parts and components for existing systems. Issuing bodies include municipal solid waste and environmental departments, county water authorities, airport authorities, and school districts. Recent procurement shows varied customer bases across different facility types rather than a concentrated buyer set.

Recent opportunities reflect strong geographic spread across Florida, California, Georgia, Texas, and multi-state cooperative purchasing. The City of Tampa Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management Department issued an ITB (26P00192) in April 2026 for comprehensive lightning protection installation at the McKay Bay Waste to Energy Facility, requiring design and installation of 126 stainless steel air terminals, tinned copper conductors, and grounding infrastructure with an estimated project cost of $190,700 to $200,000, set-aside for Small Local Business Enterprises with a 5 percent bid discount, and mandatory compliance with NFPA 780 and UL 96A; bidders required five years' experience in lightning protection and Florida Certified Electrical Contractor licensure. Northside Independent School District in San Antonio, Texas posted IFB 2025-098 in June 2026 for electrical equipment, parts, supplies, and repairs with a response deadline of July 1, 2026, replacing an expiring contract. Heart of Georgia Regional Airport Authority in Eastman, Georgia solicited bids for runway lighting, signage, and windcone replacement with an ITB deadline of March 4, 2026. The code shows active procurement across municipal infrastructure, water and waste utilities, aviation, and school operations.