UNSPSC 60122008: Rexlace

UNSPSC 60122008 Rexlace, a Commodity code, covers specialized fastening and closure products used in tactical and protective apparel, as evidenced by recent state and local procurement activity focused on embroidered uniforms, gear customization, and military-grade clothing components. The code captures supplies such as Velcro name tags, embroidered patches, and adhesive-backed fastening systems that support law enforcement, fire services, and emergency-response uniforms. State and local governments purchase these items as consumable components for annual uniform rotation and specialized-operations outfitting, requiring durable, colorfast, and UV-resistant fastening systems suited to demanding environmental conditions. Issuing bodies under this code include city fire departments, municipal procurement offices, and special-operations units within larger emergency-services organizations that execute multi-year uniform and gear contracts.

The City of Phoenix Fire Department posted a representative opportunity in March 2026 for battle dress uniforms, fatigue t-shirts, Velcro name tags, gear bags, and embroidered headwear through RFQ 260058, with responses due April 16, 2026. The procurement supports Arizona Task Force 1 operational readiness and Federal Emergency Management Agency Urban Search and Rescue compliance, covering annual quantities of 220 BDU pants and jackets, 220 t-shirts, 165 sweatshirts, and 120 to 220 units of headwear, all with customization capabilities including embroidery, screen printing, and Velcro attachments. The five-year contract commences June 27, 2026, contingent upon City Council award and City Clerk recording. Offerors must carry minimum $2,000,000 commercial general liability and $1,000,000 automobile liability coverage, meet E-Verify immigration compliance, and comply with disadvantaged business enterprise requirements under Phoenix Aviation Department supplemental terms. Delivery is FOB destination within 30 calendar days of order placement to the Phoenix Fire Department Special Operations office at 2430 S. 22nd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009, with firm fixed prices for the initial two years and permit annual increases thereafter subject to 60 days' written notice and supporting documentation.