UNSPSC 26142006: Irradiation sample transfer system

UNSPSC 26142006 Irradiation sample transfer system is a Commodity code that captures specialized equipment and services for the safe removal, handling, and disposition of radioactive sources from irradiation devices. State and local governments use this code for the decommissioning, decontamination, and disposal of nuclear medicine and research irradiators that have reached end of life or require source replacement. The work involves licensed contractors performing on-site extraction of radioactive materials, radiation safety monitoring, and transfer of radioactive sources to licensed disposal or refurbishment facilities. Issuing bodies soliciting under this code include state emergency management and homeland security agencies responsible for radiological safety oversight and facility decommissioning compliance.

Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security posted IFB B-53599 on August 10, 2026, for decommissioning and disposal of a JL Shepherd Model 81-12 Irradiator containing approximately 90 curies of Cs-137 radioactive sources, with bids due August 26, 2026. The contractor must hold a U.S. NRC or Agreement State Specific License for Radioactive Material with explicit authorization for on-site source extraction and servicing, possess appropriate DOT and NRC certification for packing and shipping radioactive materials, provide specialized transfer equipment and radiation detection instruments, and assume full liability for final disposition of the material. Work is performed at IEMA-OHS in Springfield, Illinois, with the initial contract term extending through June 30, 2027, and a maximum total term not exceeding ten years. Out-of-state contractors must obtain reciprocity approval from Illinois prior to beginning work.