UNSPSC 41115400: Spectroscopic equipment

UNSPSC 41115400 Spectroscopic equipment is a Class code covering analytical instruments that state and local governments purchase for research, materials testing, and infrastructure assessment applications. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation's August 2026 solicitation for a portable Raman spectrometer to support concrete research and analysis exemplifies the type of scientific instrumentation procured under this code—equipment capable of performing detailed molecular and material composition analysis at high spatial and spectral resolution. State and local buyers under this code include transportation departments, research institutions, and environmental agencies seeking diagnostic and analytical capabilities for materials science, quality assurance, and technology transfer initiatives.

The recent activity identified shows limited geographic spread, with Massachusetts Department of Transportation posting the primary sourced opportunity. The MassDOT solicitation, issued August 6, 2026 with an August 20, 2026 response deadline, sought a portable Raman spectrometer (EnSpectr R532 Scientific Edition) for automated construction and repair research, with base pricing at $14,450 and optional motorized sample stage at $10,000 for enhanced mapping capability. The notice indicated intent to award to Enhanced Spectrometry, Inc. but remained open to competing offers evaluated on best-value basis, with delivery within 90 days of payment and a one-year contract term. Responses were required through COMMBUYS with submission of standard Commonwealth contract forms, IT terms, and contractor authorization documents.