UNSPSC 41112300: Humidity and moisture measuring instruments

UNSPSC 41112300 Humidity and moisture measuring instruments is a Class code that in recent state and local practice encompasses lightning detection and protection systems, automated weather observation equipment, and related meteorological instrumentation deployed for public safety and transportation operations. The issuing bodies soliciting under this code span counties, state transportation departments, universities, and special districts. Broward County and the City of Fort Lauderdale are evaluating lightning prediction and detection systems for integration at County Parks and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport; Brevard County solicited lightning protection system installation at two courthouse facilities; the Georgia Department of Transportation established a contract for Automated Weather Observing System commodities; and Texas Tech University procured weather radar deployment across three sites in Texas as part of a state flood-mitigation project. The scope of work includes procurement, installation, integration, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance of detection and measurement systems, often bundled with site preparation, licensing, cybersecurity compliance, and multi-year support services.

Recent activity concentrates in Florida, Georgia, and Texas, with the most recent opportunities spanning February through May 2026. Broward County and the City of Fort Lauderdale issued a Request for Information on May 6, 2026, with responses due May 18, 2026, to evaluate sole-source justification for the Thor Guard, Inc. TG-360 Lightning Prediction and Detection System. The Georgia Department of Transportation posted an electronic Request for Quotes on April 8, 2026, due May 4, 2026, for Automated Weather Observing System commodities. Texas Tech University's Office of Procurement Services released RFP 2026-1183 for the Texas Flood Project Weather Radar Deployment on March 6, 2026, requiring procurement, installation, commissioning, and five-year maintenance of three C-band dual-polarization weather radars with mandatory HUB subcontracting plans and five-year maintenance including software updates, remote support, and 24/7 emergency response. Brevard County's sealed-bid procurement for the Melbourne Courthouse & Historic Titusville Courthouse Lightning Protection System closed January 27, 2026, requiring UL or Lightning Protection Institute certification and compliance with NFPA 780, Florida Building Code 2023, and NEC 2020 standards.