UNSPSC 40141628: Pilot valves

UNSPSC 40141628 Pilot valves (Commodity) describes control and isolation valves used in water distribution and wastewater infrastructure, though recent state and local solicitations show actual procurement focused on check valves, butterfly valves, quick insertion valves, backflow prevention devices, and resilient gate valves for municipal water and wastewater systems. City water departments and county water resources divisions are the primary buying entities, with Gwinnett County, Georgia appearing repeatedly across multiple recent bids for filter plant operations and distribution infrastructure. The work spans replacement and maintenance of specialized valves for water treatment facilities, mains relocation projects, and as-needed supply agreements, often under competitive sealed bidding with unit and total pricing required from qualified distributors and manufacturers. Many solicitations specify compliance with AWWA standards, NSF/ANSI 61 certification for drinking water service, and factory-fresh materials in original manufacturer packaging, with delivery timelines ranging from 14 working days for as-needed stock to F.O.B. Destination freight-prepaid arrangements.

Recent activity concentrates in Georgia, Florida, and surrounding southeastern jurisdictions. The City of Tampa's Wastewater Department issued an Intent to Single Source for APCO Check, Vacuum Relief and Air Release Valves (response due October 14, 2026) requiring authorized manufacturer representation; the City of Tampa's Water Department solicited backflow prevention and fireline repair parts under an SLBE-exclusive bid-discount procurement with a $75,000 estimated value and 14-day delivery requirement (due June 22, 2026); the City of Marietta, Georgia requested bids on water service saddles, couplings, clamps, and valves under annual contract BL121-26 (due September 22, 2026); Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners issued multiple ITBs for butterfly valves at the Lanier and Shoal Creek Filter Plants, including BL126-26 (due September 23, 2026) specifying double offset butterfly valves in sizes 54" to 108" with replacement gearboxes and comprehensive operation and maintenance documentation; DeKalb County, Georgia solicited quick insertion valves, tapping sleeves, and resilient wedge insert gate valves under a three-year multiyear contract ITB 2026-034 (due August 27, 2026); and the City of Sarasota issued an ITB for water main materials including approved valves and accessories (deadline passed June 16, 2026). Pre-bid conferences, Q&A cycles, and virtual bid openings are standard; most awards go to lowest responsive and responsible bidder with right to split awards or select line items individually.