UNSPSC 43201810: Read only digital versatile disc DVD

A DVD is very similar to a CD in that it is an optical disc data storage medium using a low-powered laser beam to read upto 7GB's of data on a single disc.

UNSPSC 43201810 Read only digital versatile disc DVD, a Commodity code, encompasses physical DVDs supplied to state and local government entities, primarily public libraries and educational institutions. The code sees practical application in library and educational procurement where DVD materials supplement print and other media collections. The County of Orange, California, is currently soliciting DVDs as part of a broader physical materials contract for its 29-branch public library system, procuring audiovisual media including DVDs alongside print materials, music CDs, audiobooks, and catalog services through an RFP posted May 12, 2026, with proposals due May 7, 2026. State and local issuing bodies under this code are predominantly county library systems and educational districts seeking media to support patron access and curricula. The nature of recent procurement reflects a shift toward bundled media services — vendors must now typically provide not only DVDs but also cataloging in AACR2 or RDA format, physical processing with shelf-ready preparation, security tagging, and online ordering portals with inventory management, rather than selling DVDs as standalone units.

The County of Orange dominates recent activity under this code, appearing in multiple solicitations for library materials and digital content platforms. California shows the strongest recent activity, with the Orange County Public Libraries RFP representing the primary concrete opportunity for DVD supply. The Orange County solicitation structures compensation on a per-unit basis with pricing submitted as discounts off manufacturer's suggested retail price, firm fixed-fee terms, and no guaranteed minimum order quantities over a five-year contract term commencing September 15, 2026. The County applies a five percent scoring preference for certified Orange County Local Small Businesses and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises. Respondents must demonstrate a minimum of three years' experience providing comparable materials and services to public agencies, evidence of financial stability, and required insurance coverage. Beyond Orange County, recent state and local opportunities show limited DVD-specific procurement activity; related audiovisual and digital content buys appear structured around broader media platform contracts rather than DVD supply alone.