UNSPSC 40172513: Flexible pipe connector

A pipe connector that is attached and used in the middle of the pipe designed to absorb small vibrations or movements

UNSPSC 40172513 Flexible pipe connector is a Commodity-level code covering specialized connectors and coupling devices used in water, wastewater, and infrastructure systems. State and local governments procure these components as part of broader pavement rehabilitation, water treatment, and transit maintenance work. The issuing bodies include county transportation departments, municipal water and wastewater utilities, and transit authorities. The work spans component supply for capital projects ranging from highway and pavement rehabilitation to utility system upgrades and vehicle maintenance.

Santa Clara County's Central Expressway Pavement Rehabilitation Project (ITB ITBRDAFY260694, due May 21, 2026) represents the most active recent opportunity, soliciting comprehensive pavement and infrastructure work including curb, gutter, and drainage improvements that incorporate flexible connectors and coupling devices. The Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority (DART) posted a purchase order for electrical connectors (2097648, due January 30, 2026) serving motor lead applications in transit vehicles and systems. The City of Tampa issued an Intent to Single Source Parker Instrumentation Products (26X01044, response deadline April 9, 2026) for wastewater operations, qualifying authorized distributors of specialized instrumentation products. Recent activity centers in California and Texas, with secondary municipal procurement in Florida. Geographic spread reflects transportation and utility infrastructure concentration in larger metropolitan areas and regional transit systems.