UNSPSC 41111706: Photo attachments for microscopes

UNSPSC 41111706 Photo attachments for microscopes is a Commodity code that encompasses microscope camera systems, imaging attachments, and related optical or digital capture components used to document and analyze microscopic specimens. Recent state and local opportunities under this code show procurement focused on specialized imaging systems integrated with electron microscopes, comparison microscopes, and research-grade optical platforms across university research facilities, state forensic laboratories, and environmental agencies. State and local buyers include research universities (University of Mississippi, Texas Tech University, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Texas A&M University), state law-enforcement forensic divisions (Illinois State Police), and specialized state agencies (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission). The University of Wisconsin-Madison and Texas Tech University have posted general microscopy equipment and accessories solicitations that encompass camera attachments and imaging upgrades alongside standalone microscope units.

Recent opportunities span five states with concentrated activity in the academic and public-safety sectors. The University of Mississippi issued an IFB on June 10, 2026, due June 18, 2026, for an FTIR Microscope Micro-sampling and Chemical Imaging System (Bid File 1279). The Illinois State Police released an IFB 26-493ISP-FOREN-B-51686 on June 3, 2026, due June 18, 2026, for comparison microscopes configured with 4K color cameras and C-mount compatibility across eight forensic laboratory locations statewide, with a maximum ten-year contract term and fixed pricing for life of contract. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission conducted a single-source procurement (SS15698) on April 17, 2026, for an Advanced Microscopy Techniques Transmission Electron Microscope camera system—a CMOS camera with 5000 x 2900-pixel resolution, 16-bit image acquisition at 30 frames per second, and compatibility with Windows 10 and 11—with a $150,000 estimated contract value and three-year term. Texas A&M University posted Invitation to Bid #AG-RSCH-ITB-6554 on February 26, 2026, for an Enhanced Darkfield Optical Microscope System with bids due February 5, 2026. The Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners solicited Motic Trinocular Microscope Training services (ITQ2600183) on February 23, 2026, due March 19, 2026, with an estimated project value of $21,000.00 and requirement to provide microscopes as part of the training delivery.