UNSPSC 41106606: Expression complementary deoxyribonucleic acid cDNA vectors

UNSPSC 41106606 Expression complementary deoxyribonucleic acid cDNA vectors is a Commodity code covering DNA extraction reagents, amplification kits, and related consumables used in forensic casework, newborn screening, and laboratory diagnostics. State and local governments buying under this code procure branded reagent kits for STR amplification, DNA extraction, and quantitative PCR testing; sequencing supplies for forensic and genetic analysis; and specialized consumables such as control cartridges, sample kits, and mastermix formulations. Issuing bodies span state crime labs and forensic divisions (Texas Department of Public Safety, Illinois State Police, Mississippi Forensic Laboratory), state health and human services agencies conducting newborn screening and disease surveillance (Texas HHSC and DSHS), and specialized laboratory divisions within state departments of public safety. These buyers typically solicit sole-source or proprietary-product procurements, establishing single-vendor constraints tied to existing laboratory equipment compatibility, established protocols, and NDIS or regulatory certification requirements. Procurement vehicles include IFBs for consumable supplies with firm response deadlines and RFIs for equipment ecosystem evaluation.

Recent activity clusters in Texas and Illinois. The Texas Department of Public Safety Crime Lab issued an IFB on July 7, 2026, for RapidHIT consumables—sample kits, cartridges, and control materials—due July 22, 2026, with delivery to Austin. HHSC posted an IFB on July 1, 2026, for QuantaBio DNA extraction reagents supporting newborn screening for SCID and SMA, due July 15, 2026, with historical spend of $2.5 million for comparable goods over a three-month period in FY 2025. The Texas DPS Crime Lab posted an April 2026 IFB for a 5-Dye STR Multiplex Y-STR kit used in forensic casework and paternity testing. The Illinois State Police issued a nine-year IFB in February 2026 for PowerPlex STR amplification kits and reagents on an indefinite-quantity basis, due February 20, 2026, with delivery required to nine forensic laboratory locations statewide. Mississippi Forensic Laboratory and the State of Mississippi issued sole-source RFIs in March and June 2026 for Life Technologies and Qiagen DNA extraction products, establishing proprietary-product procurement patterns. Contract terms typically run one to five years with optional renewals; most procurements carry no identified set-asides but may encourage HUB participation where applicable.