UNSPSC 41116009: Histology analyzer reagents

UNSPSC 41116009 Histology analyzer reagents is a Commodity code representing chemical reagents and materials used in automated and manual histological analysis of tissue specimens. State and local governments procure these under the code as consumables for laboratory operations at medical examiners' offices, public health departments, and forensic facilities. The issuing bodies include county medical examiners' offices, state forensic bureaus, and regional health laboratories. Recent solicitations show a mix of jurisdictions seeking either complete histology service contracts (which bundle reagent supply with laboratory analysis) or standalone reagent and supply replenishment. Reagent procurement under this code appears driven by forensic autopsy demand and high-volume clinical specimen processing.

Recent activity spans Georgia, California, Illinois, and Florida. The State of Georgia's Georgia Bureau of Investigation issued two eRFQs in late April and May 2026 for histology services and histology evaluation services, suggesting recurring state demand. Cook County, Illinois, reissued a histology and toxicology supplies bid (solicitation 245709110RR) due July 22, 2026, after a prior award cycle, indicating established procurement rhythm in larger urban counties. The State of California released RFB-IS-26200981 on May 19, 2026 with a June 4 response deadline, with CBE certification requirements. Brevard County, Florida, issued RFQ 72607 on April 6, 2026 with a one-day turnaround and an April 7 submission deadline, requiring histology lab services including tissue embedding, staining with hematoxylin and eosin and specialized stains, and four-day turnaround on reports; the contract was structured for five-year terms with vendors required to hold Florida certification, College of American Pathologists accreditation, and specified insurance minimums of $1 million to $5 million across liability classes.