UNSPSC 41104900: Laboratory filtering equipment and supplies

UNSPSC 41104900 Laboratory filtering equipment and supplies is a Class code covering specialized analytical laboratory equipment, instruments, and consumables used in diagnostics, research, and quality assurance. While the code's nominal scope encompasses filtration systems, state and local buyers are increasingly acquiring advanced molecular diagnostics platforms—particularly digital PCR (polymerase chain reaction) systems with associated thermal cycling, detection, and genomics infrastructure. The California Department of Public Health and similar state health agencies are the primary issuing bodies under this code, though the underlying scope also reaches county public health departments, state diagnostic laboratories, and university research facilities that operate under state appropriations. The work being solicited includes complete systems procurements (instruments, detection channels, plate readers, extended service plans), consumable replenishment (cartridges, oils, seals, reagent kits, pipette tips), genomics training, and onsite installation and warranty support.

Recent activity centers on California, where the CDPH issued RFQ 25-CLS-0740 on May 12, 2026, for two QX600 AutoDG Droplet Digital PCR Systems with one-year extended service plans, thermal cyclers, training, and consumables across eleven line items, with proposals due May 27, 2026. The equipment specifications call for 20 microliter PCR reaction volumes, six detection channels, 96-well plate capability, full-plate runtime of three hours or less, and 20,000–30,000 droplets per reaction. Installation is required within two weeks of delivery to CDPH's Richmond, California facility, with on-site training within one month and a five-year warranty period. The procurement includes a 5% preference for California-certified small businesses, a 5% preference for non-small businesses committing at least 25% subcontractor participation to certified small businesses, and a 3% to 5% DVBE incentive based on confirmed participation. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all technical requirements, with the State reserving discretion to award on an all-or-none basis, by group, or by individual line item.