UNSPSC 40142705: Other metals forged pipe fitting

Forged pipe fittings are components used in piping systems that are produced by forging metal into the desired shape. Forged pipe fittings can be made from a variety of metals, including carbon steel, stainless steel, brass, copper, and other alloys.

UNSPSC 40142705 Other metals forged pipe fitting is a Commodity code that covers metal pipe fittings and connectors procured by state and local water utilities, wastewater authorities, and municipalities for infrastructure replacement and maintenance projects. State and local governments buy ductile iron pipe nipples with polyethylene coating, copper water service connections, PVC and ductile iron sewer pipes and fittings, valve assemblies, and air release valves under this code, typically as components of larger capital water and wastewater system upgrades. Issuing bodies include county water resources departments, municipal utility commissions, city public works divisions, and regional wastewater authorities. Recent solicitations show a mix of small-volume quotes for replacement parts and larger framework agreements supporting multi-year utility operations.

Recent activity concentrates in Florida, Georgia, Connecticut, Texas, and California. Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources (Georgia) issued Informal Written Quotation 128859 in April 2026 for ductile iron pipe nipples with PE DIP coating in multiple sizes, due April 23, 2026. Orange County, Florida issued Invitation for Bid Y26-126 for sewer pipes and fittings encompassing 56 line items of PVC and ductile iron products with an estimated five-year spending total of approximately $28.7 million, with responses due January 22, 2026. The Town of Waterford Utility Commission (Connecticut) issued Invitation for Bid 26-007 in April 2026 for replacement of plastic water services with new copper water service connections as part of the FY26 Paving Program, due May 21, 2026. These opportunities reflect sustained demand for water main and sewer line replacement driven by aging infrastructure, asset management programs, and emergency repairs in high-activity jurisdictions.