UNSPSC 54111500: Watches

UNSPSC 54111500 Watches is a Class code encompassing specialized timekeeping devices that state and local governments procure for specific operational and accessibility needs. The Illinois Department of Corrections recent solicitation exemplifies the scope: multi-alarm vibrating watches designed for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in custody, with technical specifications including five or more vibrating alarms, waterproof rating to at least 25 feet, adjustable band sizes to accommodate diverse wrist circumferences, countdown timer, and dual 12/24 hour time display. State correctional departments drive activity in this code, leveraging watches to meet accessibility mandates and operational requirements within secure facilities. Purchases under the code are typically driven by statutory compliance (such as the Holmes Settlement in the Illinois case), accessibility regulations, and operational standardization within detention and custody environments.

The Illinois Department of Corrections posted an Invitation for Bid (IFB) on May 5, 2026 for a three-year contract requiring an initial shipment of 800 watches within 60 days of award, followed by bi-annual deliveries of 800 units every six months, with replacement bands in three size ranges included in recurring orders. The response deadline was May 21, 2026. Bidders were required to submit product samples prepaid prior to or at bid opening, maintain $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate Commercial General Liability insurance, and register with the State's BidBuy procurement platform. Delivery was F.O.B. Destination to Springfield, Illinois between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The solicitation was not designated as a small business, minority-owned, women-owned, disability-owned, or veteran-owned set-aside, though Illinois Business Preference and Domestic Product Preference claims were available. No specific award value was disclosed in the solicitation documents.