UNSPSC 81112603: Networking equipment depot repair service

End-to-end depot repair services on Network parts that may include new buy, repair, planning, warehousing, warranty redemption and logistics

UNSPSC 81112603 Networking equipment depot repair service is a Commodity code under which state and local governments procure maintenance, support, and repair services for mission-critical networking and computing infrastructure, including mainframe systems, hardware servicing, and related technical support. The code sees activity across state departments, county governments, school districts, and special-purpose institutions. Scope of work varies from sole-source continuation contracts for proprietary systems—such as IBM z16 mainframe maintenance for which the original manufacturer is the only authorized service provider—to broader technology equipment and services catalogs that include networking and communications infrastructure repair and support. Recent solicitations show demand for 24/7 technical support, depot-level diagnostics, parts replacement, and comprehensive infrastructure maintenance agreements with defined service-level targets. Issuing bodies range from state executive agencies (Illinois Secretary of State) to county facilities management offices (Hillsborough County, Monroe County) to school districts and community colleges seeking managed service arrangements.

Recent activity clusters in Florida and Illinois. Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners issued ITB2600002 on February 3, 2026, soliciting a five-year low voltage cabling services agreement estimated at $1,700,000.00 with response due March 3, 2026, specifying 24-hour repair response times, 99.9 percent fault-free installation guarantees, and 24/7/365 troubleshooting support. Monroe County Board of County Commissioners posted RFS622 on February 25, 2026, for electrical and generator integration work due March 23, 2026. The School District of Manatee County, Florida issued a competitive solicitation (260107KD) on April 13, 2026, for technology equipment and services on a catalog discount basis through June 30, 2030, with responses due March 24, 2026. The Illinois Secretary of State entered a sole-source contract with IBM for mission-critical z16 mainframe maintenance and support effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, valued at $748,266.48, with comments on sole-source intent due July 3, 2026. Contracts under this code typically require valid state licensing, comprehensive insurance (general liability from $200,000 to $2,000,000), E-Verify compliance, and demonstrated experience with specific equipment platforms or technology categories.