UNSPSC 45131500: Still picture film

UNSPSC 45131500 Still picture film, a Class code, encompasses professional video production services and film-licensing acquisitions that state and local governments procure for public-facing visitor experiences, recreational programming, and institutional communications. Recent solicitations show two distinct work streams: custom production of long-form cinematic content for high-end exhibition venues (such as visitor center theater screens) and the acquisition of commercial film licenses for public screenings at recreational facilities. The issuing bodies span state departments (South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks), cities (City of Dallas), and cooperative purchasing vehicles serving multi-jurisdictional consortia. Producers bidding this code must demonstrate expertise in 4K cinematography, post-production sound design, location shooting, and intellectual property management; licensees must navigate rights clearance, delivery specifications, and compliance with tax and conflict-of-interest requirements.

Recent activity clusters in the Upper Midwest and South. The South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks issued RFP 26RFP19872 on August 10, 2026 (due August 28, 2026) for a 15–20 minute introductory film in 4K resolution with 5.1 surround sound for Custer State Park Visitor Center, with a contract ceiling of $500,000 and anticipated award November 6, 2026. The City of Dallas issued IFB IFSPKRB1800456 on April 24, 2026 (due April 30, 2026) for movie licenses covering nine films to support Dallas Aquatics' summer programming across multiple facility locations. Sourcewell, a Minnesota local government cooperative, posted RFP 061626 on May 12, 2026 (due June 16, 2026) for law enforcement equipment, though this opportunity appears mistagged under the still picture film code and is not representative of typical activity in this space.