UNSPSC 41114405: Rainfall recorders

UNSPSC 41114405 Rainfall recorders (Commodity) covers weather observation and atmospheric monitoring equipment, though recent state and local solicitations under this code predominantly reflect procurement of lightning detection, prediction, and protection systems, as well as automated weather observation platforms for transportation and emergency-management operations. State and local governments are buying integrated lightning prediction and detection systems for facility and infrastructure protection, Early Streamer Emission or NFPA 780 Class I lightning protection installations at public buildings, and automated weather observing systems (AWOS) to support transportation safety and emergency response. Issuing bodies include county purchasing offices, state transportation departments, universities conducting state-authorized projects, and municipal authorities. Broward County and the City of Fort Lauderdale have pursued lightning detection integration at county parks and airports; Brevard County has solicited lightning protection system installation at two courthouse facilities; the Georgia Department of Transportation is establishing a multi-vendor contract for AWOS commodities; and Texas Tech University is procuring weather radar deployment as part of a state-authorized flood-monitoring initiative.

Recent activity spans Florida, Georgia, and Texas. Broward County issued an RFI (May 6, 2026, response due May 18, 2026) regarding the Thor Guard, Inc. TG-360 Lightning Prediction and Detection System for integration with existing infrastructure at County Parks and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. The Georgia Department of Transportation posted an eRFQ (April 8, 2026, deadline May 4, 2026) for Automated Weather Observing System commodities. Brevard County solicited sealed bids (due January 27, 2026) for lightning protection system installation at the Melbourne Courthouse and Historic Titusville Courthouse, requiring UL or Lightning Protection Institute certification and compliance with NFPA 780 and Florida Building Code standards. Texas Tech University's Office of Procurement Services issued RFP 2026-1183 (deadline March 6, 2026) for procurement, installation, commissioning, and five-year maintenance of three C-band dual-polarization weather radars supporting the Texas Flood Project, with a mandatory Historically Underutilized Business subcontracting plan, anticipated award in July 2026, and preference for American steel.