UNSPSC 41116008: Hematology analyzer reagents

UNSPSC 41116008 Hematology analyzer reagents, a Commodity code, covers laboratory supplies and testing systems that state and local public health agencies procure to support hemoglobin analysis, HbA1c screening, and fetal health testing. State and local buyers under this code include public health departments and health and human services agencies at the state level, which use these materials and systems for diagnostic laboratory operations serving clinical and population health functions. The scope of work spans both consumable reagents and media used in routine testing and capital equipment — such as automated hemoglobin analyzers with sample-loading capabilities — needed to replace or upgrade laboratory infrastructure when existing systems reach the end of their useful life. Procurements are structured as firm-fixed-price contracts with itemized unit pricing, and buyers evaluate on technical specifications, delivery capability, and price, sometimes reserving discretion to award on best value rather than lowest cost.

Recent activity centers on California and Texas. The State of California Department of Public Health issued RFB-IS-27200117-1 in August 2026 for public health laboratory supplies, media, and reagents with a September 4, 2026 response deadline, incorporating set-asides and preferences for certified small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disabled veteran-owned enterprises under California procurement regulations. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission and Department of State Health Services issued IFB solicitation HHS0017310 in May 2026 for a D-10 Hemoglobin Testing System with Rack Loader for the South Texas Lab in Harlingen, with a May 18, 2026 response deadline; historical spending for similar goods ranged from $45,050 to $80,000 in fiscal year 2025. No incumbent vendors are identified in either procurement. HUB subcontracting plans are encouraged but not required in Texas procurements; California procurements apply aggressive small-business set-asides and preferences.