UNSPSC 41114402: Barometers

UNSPSC 41114402 Barometers is a Commodity code, but the recent state and local activity associated with it centers on atmospheric monitoring and lightning detection systems rather than traditional barometric instruments. State and local governments are using this code to procure automated weather observation systems, lightning prediction and detection equipment, weather radar, and related infrastructure for airport operations, transportation safety, flood mitigation, and critical facility protection. The issuing bodies include state departments of transportation, county governments, universities, and airport authorities. The scope reflects integration of sophisticated atmospheric monitoring into operational decision-making at facilities ranging from major airports to courthouses and transportation corridors.

Recent solicitations span Florida, Georgia, and Texas. Broward County and the City of Fort Lauderdale issued an RFI (BLD2131961F1) on May 6, 2026, with a response due date of May 18, 2026, to evaluate sole-source designation for a Thor Guard, Inc. TG-360 Lightning Prediction and Detection System to upgrade existing infrastructure at County Parks and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. The Georgia Department of Transportation posted an eRFQ (48400DOT0003537) on April 8, 2026, with quotes due May 4, 2026, to establish a contract for Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) commodities supporting transportation operations and safety. Texas Tech University's Office of Procurement Services issued an RFP (2026-1183) with a March 6, 2026 deadline for procurement, installation, commissioning, and five-year maintenance of three C-band dual-polarization weather radars with full infrastructure support across three deployment sites in Texas, with a mandatory Historically Underutilized Business subcontracting plan and anticipated award in July 2026. Brevard County solicited sealed bids (B-2-26-09) for lightning protection system installations at the Melbourne Courthouse and Historic Titusville Courthouse, with bids due January 27, 2026, requiring UL or Lightning Protection Institute certification and compliance with NFPA 780 and Florida Building Code standards.