UNSPSC 40161707: Separators

A machine or device that separates something into its constituent or distinct elements.

UNSPSC 40161707 Separators is a Commodity code reflecting state and local government procurement of compressed air treatment equipment—specifically air dryers and related separation devices used in water treatment, wastewater treatment, and municipal utility operations. Recent solicitations show demand for refrigerated and non-cycling air dryer units, replacement parts, and associated maintenance and repair services across multiple manufacturers including Schulz, Atlas Copco, Kaeser, Sullair, Ingersoll Rand, and Quincy. The issuing bodies are primarily mid-to-large municipalities with significant utility infrastructure: the City of Phoenix Water Services has issued multiple RFPs and IBFs for five-year supply and service contracts spanning seven treatment facilities, and the City of Tampa Purchasing Department solicited individual dryer units for departmental use through RFQ.

Recent activity concentrates in Arizona and Florida. The City of Phoenix issued IFB-260228 (posted March 5, 2026, responses due February 25, 2026) for air compressors, dryers, parts, and services under a five-year contract commencing June 1, 2026, with a non-mandatory pre-offer conference scheduled for February 11, 2026, and written inquiries due February 18, 2026. Phoenix reissued the same scope as a supplemental solicitation, IFB-260359 (posted June 24, 2026, responses due June 24, 2026), covering the same seven water and wastewater treatment facilities; both contracts require DBE compliance reporting, E-Verify verification, SAP OCI 5.0 system integration, and $2,000,000 general aggregate liability insurance. The City of Tampa issued RFQ 26-P-00274 (posted April 27, 2026, responses due April 24, 2026) for six units of Schulz ADS50 Refrigerated Air Dryers with delivery within ten days of order and firm pricing locked at bid opening. All three cities require FOB Destination pricing, compliance with local ethics and public records laws, and proof of insurance prior to award.