UNSPSC 44101710: Magnetic pickup assemblies

UNSPSC 44101710 Magnetic pickup assemblies (Commodity) covers electromagnetic sensing and switching components used in electrical distribution and control systems, though recent state and local activity under this code shows minimal direct alignment with the nominal scope. State and local governments buy magnetic pickups primarily as components within larger electrical equipment systems—protective relays, circuit breakers, and substation apparatus—rather than as standalone assemblies. When procurement does occur under this code, it typically appears as part of integrated equipment bids rather than discrete component purchases. The issuing bodies soliciting in this space include municipal electric utilities and regional power cooperatives responsible for substation construction and maintenance.

The most recent recorded activity is geographically sparse. Lubbock Power & Light (a Texas municipal utility) posted RFP #7137-26-ELD in August 2026 for outdoor vacuum circuit breakers rated 15kV with response due September 24, 2026, though that solicitation is tagged to protective relays and switchgear rather than magnetic pickups specifically. The RFP scope included SEL-351S and SEL-551 protective relays, current transformers, and factory testing for installation at Erskine Substation in Lubbock, Texas, with expected award October 20, 2026 and delivery by March 21, 2027. The evaluation criteria weighted adherence to specifications (30%), cost including life cycle (30%), delivery schedule (10%), proposal completeness (10%), industry references (10%), and operational experience (10%). The apparent mismatch between the commodity code (magnetic pickups) and the actual solicitation scope (complete circuit breaker systems) suggests limited current demand for magnetic pickup assemblies as distinct procurement line items under this code within state and local markets.