NIGP 26079: Sterilization Systems, Dental: Autoclaves, etc.

NIGP 26079 Sterilization Systems, Dental: Autoclaves, Etc. is an Item code under which state and local governments procure dental sterilization and imaging equipment for clinical and educational settings. Based on recent solicitation activity, the code encompasses advanced dental technology including intraoral scanning systems and related diagnostic imaging devices used in dental hygiene programs and clinical departments. Valencia College's School of Allied Health, Dental Hygiene Department issued a sole source procurement (SS202620) in November 2025 for four iTero Lumina Scanners from Align Technology, Inc., valued at $143,196.00, demonstrating institutional demand for specialized 3D digital imaging technology that supports both clinical practice and dental education. Issuing bodies under this code include public educational institutions with allied health and dental hygiene programs, though the recent-opportunities record shows limited activity beyond this single documented solicitation.

Valencia College in Florida represents the primary recent buyer on record, conducting its procurement under Florida Administrative Code 6A-14.0734(2)(a)(h) and Florida Statute 287.057 with a seven business day public posting process for sole source justification review. The iTero Lumina Scanner acquisition closed with a response date of November 27, 2025, and reflects institutional investment in advanced intraoral scanning technology for educational and clinical training environments. Geographic activity under this code is not broadly distributed across multiple states in the recent record; Florida activity dominates the available documentation. No other state or local jurisdictions appear in the current opportunity pipeline for this Item code.