UNSPSC 12141708: Californium Cf

UNSPSC 12141708 Californium Cf is a Commodity code under which state and local governments procure laboratory consumables, reagents, and diagnostic testing supplies for forensic analysis, drug screening, disease surveillance, and public health laboratory operations. Recent solicitations show activity centered on specialized supplies for DNA analysis, Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), controlled-substance testing, and microbial pathogen detection. The issuing bodies are a mix of state health and forensic agencies, counties, cities, and higher-education institutions. The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Statewide Procurement Division, the District of Columbia Department of Forensic Sciences, the State of California, the City of Arlington, and Texas A&M University have all posted opportunities in the past four months. Work includes branded reagents and kits from manufacturers such as Thermo Fisher Scientific (Life Technologies), Promega, Qiagen, Abbott (Immunalysis), and Sigma-Aldrich/Cerilliant, as well as consumables such as DNA quantification standards, sequencing kits, RapidHIT cartridges, Shiga Toxin diagnostic kits, and ELISA-based drug screening supplies. Contracts typically run one to two years with renewal options and often carry set-aside or preference provisions for certified disadvantaged businesses.

Recent activity concentrates in Texas and California with secondary posting from the District of Columbia. The Texas Comptroller's IFB 304T-27-175A1.1 (due October 20, 2026) seeks DNA analysis and forensic reagents for the Texas Department of Public Safety and Parks and Wildlife, with firm, all-inclusive pricing, statewide FOB Destination delivery, and a 1.5% Texas SmartBuy administrative fee. The State of California's RFB IS-27200197 (due October 7, 2026) covers Shiga Toxin QuikChek diagnostic kits on a recurring scheduled-delivery basis with CBE set-aside language. The District of Columbia Department of Forensic Sciences RK332307 (due September 25, 2026) addresses NGS consumables and reagents but lacks posted scope detail. The City of Arlington, Texas IB 270018 (due September 17, 2026) procures general laboratory supplies and chemicals for Laboratory Services and water treatment plants. Most opportunities require new, unused stock with manufacturer warranties, cold-chain or specialized storage compliance, and compliance with NSF or AWWA standards where applicable. Minimum insurance thresholds (typically $500,000 commercial general liability) and debarment certification are standard.