UNSPSC 26142007: Neutron generators

UNSPSC 26142007 Neutron generators is a Commodity code that in recent state and local activity encompasses the decommissioning, safe removal, and disposition of radioactive material contained in irradiation equipment — work that extends well beyond the nominal product category name and reflects the specialized regulatory and technical requirements of handling sealed radioactive sources. State and local agencies soliciting under this code are typically state-level environmental management or homeland security departments responsible for facility remediation and radioactive-material compliance. The scope of work involves extraction of radioactive sources from irradiation devices, provision of specialized shielding and radiation-detection instrumentation, DOT and NRC certification for packing and shipping radioactive materials, documentation of radiation leak tests, and assumption of full liability for final disposition of the material. Bidders must hold a U.S. NRC or Agreement State Specific License for Radioactive Material with explicit authorization for on-site source extraction and servicing, and out-of-state contractors must secure reciprocity approval from the relevant state prior to work commencement.

The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security issued IFB B-53599 on August 10, 2026, requesting bids 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 initial contract term extends through June 30, 2027, with a maximum total term not to exceed ten years including renewals. Work is performed at 1301 Knotts Street, Springfield, Illinois. Award will be made to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder; no small business set-asides apply. The source shows limited recent activity under this code; the Illinois opportunity represents the primary identified state and local procurement signal.