UNSPSC 40172104: Galvanized iron pipe bend

Galvanized iron pipe curve, the galvanization is an electrochemical process by which iron is covered with other metal. The galvanization fuction is to protect the treated metal surface against corrosion.

UNSPSC 40172104 Galvanized iron pipe bend is a Commodity code that covers fittings and components used in water and wastewater infrastructure systems. State and local governments buy galvanized and steel pipe bends, wyes, and related fittings for sanitary sewer mainline repairs, replacements, and extensions, as well as for fabrication work at water treatment plants, pump stations, and lift stations. The issuing bodies soliciting under this code include county sanitation districts and county water and wastewater agencies. Santa Clara County's Sanitation District No. 2-3 and Broward County's Water and Wastewater Services division are active buyers in the recent record.

The code sees activity concentrated in California and Florida. Santa Clara County Sanitation District No. 2-3 posted an ITB on August 26, 2026 (due September 17, 2026) for the Structural Defect Repair Project Phase 2, a sewer infrastructure rehabilitation program in the unincorporated eastern foothills that includes removal and replacement of vitrified clay pipe with PVC and HDPE, along with service connection fittings including twenty-seven 4"×6" wyes, two 4"×8" wyes, and two 4"×10" wyes. Broward County posted an RFP on June 17, 2026 (due July 1, 2026) for an open-end welding and fabrication services contract covering portable and shop welding services and metal fabrication repairs on steel and stainless steel components at county water treatment plants, pump stations, lift stations, and wastewater facilities, with an annual pass-through allowance of $107,000 for miscellaneous parts and materials. SBE and CBE procurement preferences apply in Broward County.