UNSPSC 41115500: Sound generating and measuring equipment

UNSPSC 41115500 Sound generating and measuring equipment is a Class code encompassing audio and lighting rental, installation, maintenance, and technical operation services for entertainment and public events. State and local governments purchase under this code primarily through special-purpose districts and event authorities that manage fairs, expositions, and public venues requiring temporary or recurring sound system and theatrical lighting infrastructure. The California Exposition & State Fair serves as the primary recent buyer, soliciting integrated audio and lighting packages as rental services covering equipment specification, qualified personnel, insurance, and round-the-clock technical support during multi-week event operations. Work scopes include line array speaker systems with wireless microphone and mixing consoles, LED theatrical lighting with control boards and rigging, and on-call technician staffing for load-in, operation, and load-out phases. Contractors must meet minimum experience thresholds (typically three to five years in entertainment audio or theatrical lighting for large events) and carry general liability and automobile liability insurance at $1 million per occurrence.

The California Exposition & State Fair in Sacramento represents the sole recent activity in the code, with two concurrent Invitations for Bid posted on September 30, 2026, both due October 14, 2026. IFB-CSF-26-1099 covers grounds entertainment audio and lighting installation and operation for eight stages across the 2027–2029 State Fairs under a three-year contract term; IFB CSF-26-1102 covers sound system rental and operation for livestock events and exhibits across five distinct barns and venues over the same period. Both solicitations encourage Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise bids and include state small business preference programs. Award will be made to the lowest responsive responsible bidder, with proposed awards anticipated in late October 2026. No recent activity appears in other states or jurisdictions under this code.