UNSPSC 60103911: Live vertebrates

UNSPSC 60103911 Live vertebrates is a Commodity code covering the procurement of live animals for specific public-sector uses. State and local governments buy under this code primarily for ecological management, disease vector control, and wildlife restoration programs. Recent solicitations show counties and state agencies acquiring live fish — notably mosquitofish for mosquito abatement and trout fingerlings for public fishing access — rather than a broad spectrum of vertebrate species. The issuing bodies include county departments of public works and conservation agencies collaborating with state fish and wildlife commissions, alongside county parks and recreation functions.

Hillsborough County, Florida and Montgomery County, Pennsylvania represent the primary recent activity. Hillsborough County's ITB 26-00227, due May 7, 2026, sought Gambusia holbrooki mosquitofish in three size categories (medium, large, and field run) for three-year delivery to its Mosquito Control Division at an estimated value of $169,440.00, with fish supplied live in oxygenated, medicated water and delivered within two weeks of purchase order or by county pickup on 48-hour notice. Montgomery County, Pennsylvania's RFI 2629, due June 4, 2026, sought a 10-year sub-lease operator for a trout nursery facility at 57 Upper Farm Road, Norristown, to rear fingerling trout for public fishing access, particularly for disadvantaged children and disabled citizens during special events. Both solicitations required pre-bid site visits and responded to specific public-health or recreational mandates rather than general animal procurement. Activity is concentrated in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions based on recent postings.