UNSPSC 52161512: Loudspeakers

UNSPSC 52161512 Loudspeakers, a Commodity code, covers audio reinforcement and public address equipment that state and local governments procure for stadium venues, municipal meeting spaces, and educational facilities. Recent solicitations under this code involve complete sound system installations or equipment replacements—ranging from large-scale stadium bowl sound reinforcement with multiple loudspeaker zones and integrated signal processing to smaller municipal council chamber audio systems supporting both in-room amplification and broadcast integration. Work includes procurement of loudspeaker arrays, digital mixers, wireless microphone systems, power amplifiers, signal processing equipment, cabling, and installation labor, typically on a turnkey basis with new equipment, manufacturer warranties, engineering design, and system calibration required.

Issuing bodies soliciting under this code include municipalities and school districts. The City of Orlando and City of Urbana represent municipal venue and civic infrastructure buyers; the New London Board of Education represents school district procurement. Geographic activity in recent months spans Florida, Illinois, and Connecticut. Representative recent opportunities include the City of Orlando's RFP 260476 for a Camping World Stadium main bowl sound system upgrade with an August 10, 2026 proposal due date, structured as a complete turnkey installation including loudspeakers, signal processing, wireless systems, and electrical upgrades with a two-year base term and eight optional extensions, VBE preference, and $100,000 daily liquidated damages for schedule failure; and the City of Urbana's FY2027RFP201 for City Council chambers audio system replacement with proposals due August 19, 2026, requiring digital mixer replacement, wireless microphone upgrades, integrated Teams or SIP calling capability, and turnkey installation with one-year warranty and 24-hour response for critical malfunction.