UNSPSC 45111705: Public address systems

UNSPSC 45111705 Public address systems is a Commodity code covering the supply, installation, service, and maintenance of public address equipment and integrated audio-visual systems that state and local governments deploy in schools, airports, and other facilities. School districts are the primary buyers under this code, procuring PA system replacements and upgrades that include speaker networks, emergency display integration, master clock systems, and intercom functionality; airports and transit authorities also buy PA equipment as part of larger terminal or facility renovation projects. The work ranges from equipment removal and installation to ongoing maintenance contracts, with vendors typically required to meet specific integration standards (such as compatibility with existing phone systems), provide technician training, and maintain performance bonds for contracts over a certain threshold.

Fort Bend Independent School District (Texas) posted RFP 27011RA on October 11, 2026, requesting proposals for athletics audio and visual equipment and related services, with responses due November 16, 2026 via the Bonfire Electronic Bidding System. St. Mary's County Public Schools (Maryland) issued ITB BPM057008 on May 13, 2026, for the supply, installation, service, and maintenance of public address systems district-wide, including removal of existing intercom equipment, installation of Telecor e-Series equipment or substantially equivalent alternatives, integration with existing AVAYA IP phone systems, master clock installation, and ongoing maintenance, with sealed bids due June 10, 2026; the solicitation required five years of continuous operation, two completed school projects, and a 100 percent payment and performance bond for contracts exceeding $100,000, with awards made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder and MBE participation encouraged. Salt Lake City Department of Airports included PA system installation as part of larger terminal renovation work (SLCDADCM542703542704542705) posted August 4, 2026, with an August 27, 2026 bid deadline. Recent activity concentrates in Texas, Maryland, and Utah, with school districts driving the majority of standalone PA procurement.