UNSPSC 40171702: Carbon steel pipe adapter

Pipe adapter made of carbon steel

UNSPSC 40171702 Carbon steel pipe adapter is a Commodity code that covers metal pipe fittings and adapters used in water and sewer infrastructure projects. State and local water and wastewater agencies purchase these components as part of gravity main replacement, pipe rehabilitation, and system extension work. The code sees activity across county water districts, sanitation districts, and county public works departments pursuing infrastructure rehabilitation and renewal contracts.

Recent opportunities reflect two main application areas: sewer system rehabilitation involving vitrified clay pipe replacement and pipe bursting operations that require fittings and connectors, and water main replacement projects using open-cut and directional drilling methods. Pinellas County, Florida (October 2026, IFB 260652ITBC) solicited bids for coordinated sewer and water main improvements including approximately 500 linear feet of 12-inch PVC sanitary sewer pipe and 6,800 linear feet of 6-inch water main replacement with fire hydrant and gate valve installation; Santa Clara County Sanitation District No. 2-3 (September 2026, ITB ITBRDAFY270088) requested bids for mainline point repairs and pipe-burst replacements involving removal and replacement of vitrified clay and cast iron pipe with PVC and HDPE at multiple diameters, requiring service connection wyes and fittings; and Gwinnett County, Georgia (June 2026, IWQ 132533) issued an informal written quotation for three 48-inch MJS adapters with gaskets. Activity appears concentrated in California (Santa Clara County) and Florida (Pinellas County), with additional procurement in Georgia. The code shows modest but steady recent activity tied to aging water and sewer infrastructure replacement cycles in suburban and county service areas.