UNSPSC 41105318: Agarose premade gels

UNSPSC 41105318 Agarose premade gels (Commodity) describes specialized laboratory consumables and reagents that state and local governments procure for forensic DNA analysis, drug screening, and genetic testing — though recent state and local solicitations under this code span a broader range of laboratory supplies than the code name alone suggests. The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Statewide Procurement Division posted an IFB in September 2026 soliciting proprietary chemical laboratory equipment and supplies for the Texas Department of Public Safety and Texas Department of Parks and Wildlife, with line items covering DNA analyzer components, sequencing kits, DNA quantification standards, RapidHIT ID system cartridges, and immunoassay reagents for controlled-substance detection. The procurement specifies single-source or brand and SKU requirements across 50 line items, with products manufactured by Life Technologies Corp. (Thermo Fisher Scientific), Promega, Qiagen, Immunalysis Corporation (Abbott), and ANDE Corporation. Quantities range from 8 to 5,000 units per line item based on four-year historical usage, with precise storage requirements (primarily 2–8 degrees Celsius) and compatibility mandates for Applied Biosystems and SeqStudio Flex genetic analyzers. The contract runs through October 31, 2027, with three one-year renewal options, and includes a 1.5% Texas SmartBuy administrative fee on all purchases.

Texas is the primary recent issuing jurisdiction under this code. The IFB closing date was October 20, 2026, with questions due October 5, 2026 and CPA posting answers by October 8, 2026. Bidders must provide firm, all-inclusive, and fixed pricing with FOB Destination statewide delivery; maintain commercial general liability insurance of $500,000 per occurrence with AM Best rating A- or better; and ensure products are new, unused, and in current production with a 90-day or manufacturer's standard warranty and two-week replacement terms for defective items.