UNSPSC 41104116: Swab collection or transport containers

UNSPSC 41104116 Swab collection or transport containers is a Commodity code that covers specialized collection kits and vessels used by state and local forensic, public health, and laboratory agencies to gather and preserve biological samples under chain-of-custody protocols. The code sees activity from state patrol crime laboratories, county public health departments, and specialized research institutions procuring DNA collection kits, sample containers, and associated packaging that meet forensic evidence-handling standards. The Nebraska State Patrol Crime Laboratory's recent ITB for DNA Database Buccal Collection Kits exemplifies the actual work—solicitations under this code typically specify pre-assembled collection kits containing collection devices, swabs, gloves, fingerprint strips, evidence seals, and shipping containers that conform to detailed technical and procedural specifications for forensic DNA evidence.

The geographic spread centers on states with active forensic laboratory procurement programs; Nebraska has posted recent activity under this code as of July 2026. The State of Nebraska, Department of Administrative Services, Materiel Division, State Purchasing Bureau issued ITB 125399 OR on July 1, 2026, requesting DNA Database Buccal Collection Kits for the Nebraska State Patrol Crime Laboratory with an estimated annual usage of approximately 7,500 kits per year, a response deadline of July 24, 2026, and an initial four-year contract term with options to renew for four additional one-year periods. Pricing must include all transportation and delivery charges F.O.B. destination with delivery within forty-five calendar days, and late deliveries exceeding forty-five days are subject to a fifteen percent penalty. The contract is not exclusive; the state reserves the right to contract for the same or similar goods from other sources. Samples of five identical kits are required within ten business days of the state's written request at no cost to the state.