UNSPSC 41103713: Viscosity baths

UNSPSC 41103713 Viscosity baths is a Commodity code that in recent state and local procurement reflects a broader scope than the nominal code name suggests — issuing bodies are purchasing water and wastewater treatment chemicals, valve components for process control, and ancillary treatment materials rather than laboratory or precision-temperature equipment. State and local water authorities, wastewater utilities, and county purchasing offices soliciting under this code are buying consumable chemicals for treatment plants, replacement valve parts and actuators compatible with SCADA control systems, and related components that support ongoing operations and regulatory compliance in municipal water and wastewater systems. The issuing bodies include city water departments, county environmental services divisions, and metropolitan water utilities operating treatment facilities at scale.

Recent activity spans Florida and Georgia. The City of LaGrange, Georgia issued an IFB on May 7, 2026 (due June 8, 2026) for water and wastewater treatment chemicals — powdered activated carbon, liquid aluminum sulfate, sodium chlorite, chlorine, sodium bisulfite, soda ash, ferric chloride, and caustic soda — with firm pricing required for twelve months and delivery within two days of request. Broward County, Florida issued an RFI on September 18, 2026 (due September 29, 2026) to identify alternative suppliers of DeZurik/APCO valves, parts, and repair services for wastewater facilities; the RFI sought confirmation of vendor authorization status, SCADA compatibility, experience with municipal wastewater treatment processes, and availability of preventive maintenance and spare-parts support, with Controls Specialties, Inc. currently identified as the sole incumbent provider.