UNSPSC 45121603: Camera lens

An optical lens or assembly of lenses used in conjunction with a camera body and mechanism to make images of objects either on photographic film or on other media.

UNSPSC 45121603 Camera lens is a Commodity code under which state and local governments procure camera lenses, typically Canon optics ranging from wide-angle zoom and macro focal lengths to telephoto lenses paired with DSLR and mirrorless camera bodies for institutional imaging, documentation, and forensic applications. Recent solicitations show purchasing focused on mid-range to premium Canon RF and EF mount lenses (24-105mm, 24-70mm, 50mm macro, 85mm, 100-400mm focal lengths) bundled with camera bodies, strobes, batteries, memory cards, and protective cases as integrated photography systems rather than lenses in isolation. Issuing bodies span municipalities (City of Philadelphia), county law enforcement (Orange County Sheriff-Coroner), and state agencies (Texas Department of Insurance). The City of Philadelphia appears as a repeat buyer, managing micro-purchases for departmental photography needs.

Recent activity concentrates in California and Texas with municipal procurement in Philadelphia. The City of Philadelphia issued RFQ B2728123 for Canon camera lenses with a $45,000 ceiling and response deadline of October 2, 2026, awarded as whole or by line item to the lowest responsive bidder through PHLContracts. The County of Orange Sheriff-Coroner released IFB 0603051501-NB for service and maintenance of Canon EOS and RF-series camera bodies and lenses at the ID Bureau, with evaluation that applies a 5% price deduction to County Local Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise bidders. The Texas Department of Insurance issued IFB 454-26-34801-CM for Canon EOS R6 MK III cameras with 24-105mm kits, RF lenses, Speedlite flashes, batteries, memory cards, and Pelican cases, with bids due August 7, 2026 and anticipated award August 11, 2026. PHLContracts submissions require Consent & Authorization Agreement documentation; Orange County and TDI both mandate vendor compliance documentation and insurance minimums ($1,000,000 per occurrence for Orange County). Set-asides and local preferences are active: Orange County applies 5% evaluation preference for OCLSB and DVBE bidders; Philadelphia accepts voluntary LGBTBE Applicant Data submission to track LGBTQ-certified business participation.