UNSPSC 60131304: Violins

UNSPSC 60131304 Violins, a Commodity code, describes band and orchestra string instruments that state and local governments purchase primarily through school districts for music education programs. Recent solicitations show school districts buying violins as part of comprehensive band and orchestra instrument packages for elementary through high school instruction, with some procurements isolating string instruments for specialized setup and delivery requirements before classroom use. Issuing bodies are predominantly independent school districts and county school systems, with activity concentrated in Georgia, Utah, Maryland, Texas, and Missouri. These jurisdictions range from large urban school districts like Fulton County Schools (130 schools) and Cobb County School District to mid-sized districts like Cache County School District and smaller independent districts like Harlingen CISD and Rockwood School District. The code sees repeated activity from the same districts across multiple procurement cycles, indicating ongoing music program replenishment and infrastructure support.

Recent opportunities include Wicomico County Public Schools (Maryland) Invitation for Bid 58000-261 for 85 line items of musical instruments and pianos including violins, violas, cellos, and basses, due June 5, 2026, with contract performance July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 and optional renewals; Cache County School District (Utah) RFQ RFQCCSDBAND061226 for comprehensive instrumentation including string instruments for two new middle schools opening August 2026, quotations due June 13, 2026; Fulton County Schools (Georgia) IFB 173-26 and 198-26 for Musical & Orchestral Instruments and Accessories across 102–130 schools, bids due February 24 and April 28, 2026, with requirements for shop-adjusted stringed instruments and guaranteed discounts throughout multi-year contract periods; and Rockwood School District (Missouri) RFB 2609201 for Musical Instruments 2026-2027 with string, brass, and woodwind instruments, bids due May 5, 2026. Contracts typically require new, unused, current-production instruments with one-year manufacturer warranties, FOB Destination pricing with delivery and setup included, and background clearance of all personnel with student contact at vendor expense. Awards are commonly made to multiple vendors based on lowest responsive and responsible bid within appropriated funds, with no identified set-asides or incumbent restrictions in the available documentation.