UNSPSC 73121502: Basic metal combination processes services

UNSPSC 73121502 Basic metal combination processes services is a Commodity code that covers metal collection, recycling, and supply contracting for state and local governments. The scope encompasses collection and transport of mixed scrap metals and waste appliances, recycling and processing of ferrous and nonferrous materials, and supply of fabricated metal products including structural steel, aluminum, reinforcing bar, and steel materials to meet jurisdictional maintenance, construction, and operational needs. Recent solicitations show state and local buyers engaging metal recyclers under fixed-price or indexed-pricing agreements and metal suppliers under as-needed purchase agreements that require minimum inventory depth and expedited delivery capabilities.

County waste management departments and municipal procurement offices are the primary issuing bodies. Sacramento County Department of Waste Management and Recycling, Marion County (Florida), and the City of Fort Worth have all posted opportunities in the past four months. The Sacramento County RFQ posted August 18, 2026 (due June 9, 2026) seeks collection and recycling of 10,800 to 11,775 tons annually of unprocessed mixed metals and waste appliances from two county facilities, with pricing indexed to American Metal Market Monthly Averages and an initial one-year term plus up to four one-year renewals. The City of Fort Worth RFP 26-0222 (due July 23, 2026) solicits a one-year aluminum, iron, rebar, and steel supply agreement with a 30 percent small business participation goal; vendors must deliver within 48 hours and hold minimum five years' experience in structural steel, aluminum products, and reinforcing materials. Marion County's prequalification for the Silver Springs Shores maintenance building project (due October 8, 2026) includes metal canopies and metal building systems as trade packages within a broader construction management scope. Activity concentrates in Florida, California, and Texas.