UNSPSC 46181803: Eye shields

UNSPSC 46181803 Eye shields, a Commodity code, covers protective eyewear and related personal protective equipment that state and local governments procure for occupational safety, law enforcement, public safety, and emergency response. Recent solicitations show that agencies under this code are buying safety glasses with impact-resistant lenses and permanent side shields, flight helmets with integrated eye protection for helicopter crews, KN95 masks, and broader first aid and safety supply kits that include eye protection as line items. Issuing bodies span city procurement offices (Phoenix, Philadelphia, Salem), county governments (Jackson County, Dallas County), school districts (Pinellas County Schools, Northside Independent School District), and state or local public safety departments; the mix reflects operational needs across police, fire, and emergency services, as well as routine maintenance for municipal and school workforce safety.

The code shows recent activity in Arizona, Oregon, Florida, Texas, Missouri, and Pennsylvania. Representative recent solicitations include the City of Phoenix RFQ (RFQ-26-0319, due July 6, 2026) for flight helmets, accessories, and repair services supporting Police and Fire Department helicopter crews, requiring an authorized Gentex distributor with Arizona location and OEM certifications; the City of Salem, Oregon Bid No. 267083 (due August 26, 2026) for ANSI Z87+ certified prescription safety glasses with permanent side shields and on-site fitting services; and Jackson County, Missouri's 24-month supply contract (bid due June 9, 2026) for safety equipment including safety glasses, gloves, and personal protective equipment at an estimated annual spend of $32,000. Geographic preferences and local-sourcing requirements appear frequently: Phoenix requires Arizona location, Salem enforces resident-bidder preference under Oregon statute, and Jackson County favors Missouri-manufactured goods when price and quality are equal. The solicitation mix suggests steady demand from first-responder and municipal operations rather than episodic spikes.