UNSPSC 41111752: Microscope filter cube or box

Box or cube which houses spectral imaging filters for fluorescent microscopes

UNSPSC 41111752 Microscope filter cube or box is a Commodity code that covers microscopy equipment, accessories, and related supplies purchased by state and local governments for research, forensic analysis, educational, and environmental testing operations. Recent solicitations show that state and local buyers under this code are acquiring complete microscope systems, specialized optical components, training services, and maintenance support—not filter cubes alone—indicating that the code's scope extends to the broader microscopy equipment ecosystem. Issuing bodies include large public universities (University of Mississippi, Texas Tech University, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Texas A&M University), state law enforcement agencies (Illinois State Police), and county environmental departments (Hillsborough County, Florida). Universities dominate the recent activity, driven by research initiatives and laboratory equipment replacement cycles.

The geographic spread spans Texas, Illinois, Wisconsin, Mississippi, and Florida, with universities in the Midwest and South accounting for the majority of posted opportunities. Representative recent solicitations include the University of Mississippi's sealed-bid procurement for an FTIR Microscope Micro-sampling and Chemical Imaging System (due June 18, 2026), the Illinois State Police's IFB for comparison microscopes configured across eight forensic laboratory locations statewide with delivery, installation, and training included (due June 18, 2026), Texas Tech University's RFP for research and development laboratory equipment including microscope systems evaluated on best value with 50-percent weight on demonstrated ability to fulfill TTU needs (due April 30, 2026), the University of Wisconsin-Madison's competitive bid for microscopes, accessories, and maintenance services (due March 26, 2026), and Hillsborough County Water Resources Department's competitive quote for Motic Trinocular Microscope Training valued at $21,000.00 with two four-day sessions for 30 total participants and DEP-approved CEU certification (due March 19, 2026). Equipment specifications vary significantly across buyers; contracts typically require general commercial liability insurance and compliance with state procurement preferences where applicable.