UNSPSC 47131707: Institutional hand dryers

UNSPSC 47131707 Institutional hand dryers is a Commodity code covering the purchase and delivery of commercial restroom hand-drying equipment by state and local government bodies. State and local procurement under this code focuses on new institutional equipment meeting ADA protrusion guidelines and facility specifications, with vendors expected to provide pricing structures for replacement parts, comprehensive warranty coverage, and firm pricing over contract term. The buying universe spans school districts and special-purpose districts; Cobb County School District in Georgia has issued multiple hand-dryer solicitations in the past four months, indicating repeat procurement activity under this code.

Recent activity concentrates in Georgia. Cobb County School District issued Request for Quote Q26116 on April 3, 2026 (due April 17, 2026) for 70 units of Excel Thin Air Hand Dryers split across 110-120 volt and 208-277 volt specifications, requiring ADA compliance, adjustable speed and sound control, and adjustable heat settings, with vendors permitted to propose approved alternates; the district followed with another RFQ for hand dryers (Q27026) posted July 13, 2026, due July 24, 2026. Vendors responding to Cobb County solicitations must carry commercial general liability insurance of at least $1 million, commercial auto liability of at least $1 million, umbrella coverage of at least $2 million, and statutory workers' compensation with the district named as additional insured. No set-aside or preference programs have been identified in recent postings under this code.