UNSPSC 26142005: Irradiation testing capsules

UNSPSC 26142005 Irradiation testing capsules is a Commodity code that in practice covers the specialized handling, decommissioning, and disposal of radioactive sources contained in irradiator capsule assemblies. The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security recently issued an IFB for decommissioning and disposal of a JL Shepherd Model 81-12 Irradiator containing three Cs-137 radioactive sources housed in Model 6810 capsules—work that illustrates the regulatory and technical intensity of activity under this code. State and local buyers soliciting under this code are typically specialized environmental, emergency management, or public health agencies managing legacy nuclear or medical equipment. The scope requires NRC or Agreement State Specific Licenses for Radioactive Material with explicit authorization for on-site source extraction and servicing, as well as DOT and NRC certification for packing and shipping radioactive materials. Contractors must provide all tools, equipment, shielding, radiation detection instruments, and specialized transfer equipment for disassembly and removal, assume full liability for final disposition of the radioactive material, and furnish documentation of final radiation leak tests and official transfer forms upon completion.

The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security IFB B-53599 (response deadline August 26, 2026) represents the only recent state or local opportunity visible under this code. Work is performed at the agency's Springfield, Illinois location (1301 Knotts Street), with the contract term commencing upon execution and extending through June 30, 2027, with a maximum total term not to exceed ten years including any renewals or extensions. Out-of-state contractors must obtain reciprocity approval from Illinois under 32 IAC 330.900 prior to beginning work. No small business set-asides apply; award goes to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder. Bid prices must remain firm for 90 days from opening, and all bids must be submitted electronically through BidBuy accompanied by Vendor Disclosure or IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure forms.