UNSPSC 52141502: Domestic microwave ovens

UNSPSC 52141502 Domestic microwave ovens is a Commodity code covering countertop and built-in microwave units procured by state and local governments for institutional kitchens, residence halls, fire stations, and employee break rooms. Recent solicitations show state and local buyers acquiring microwaves as part of multi-appliance kitchen equipment packages rather than as standalone line items, often bundled with refrigerators, ovens, dishwashers, and laundry appliances. Issuing bodies span city procurement offices, county governments, state universities, and university systems; the City of Philadelphia, Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners, Texas A&M University System, and University of Wisconsin–Madison all posted appliance solicitations within the past two months. These jurisdictions acquire microwaves to outfit institutional kitchens and employee facilities with specifications typically calling for stainless steel construction, 1.5 to 2.0 cubic foot capacity, and turntable operation.

Recent activity concentrates in Texas, Florida, Wisconsin, Georgia, and Washington, with universities and higher education systems representing a significant share of recent demand. Representative opportunities include the City of Philadelphia RFP B2727543 (micro-purchase of appliances including a 1.5+ cubic foot microwave, bids due July 17, 2026); Hillsborough County ITQ-26-00290 for kitchen and laundry appliances for Fire Rescue fire stations (competitive quote for a 2.0 cubic foot countertop microwave, quotes due June 18, 2026, project estimate $41,183.79); Texas A&M University System ITB TAMUS-ITB-26-0537 for Reed House appliances (bids due July 7, 2026); and University of Wisconsin–Madison RFB 2026-UWMSN-01230-RFB for appliances for residence halls and apartments (bids due February 19, 2026). Most solicitations use electronic bidding portals, require FOB delivery and manufacturer authorization, and award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, often reserving the right to award by line item or group as in the jurisdiction's best interest.