UNSPSC 41116112: Cytology quality controls or calibrators or standards

UNSPSC 41116112 Cytology quality controls or calibrators or standards is a Commodity code that covers laboratory quality assurance materials used in cytology and related scientific instruction, including reference standards, control specimens, and calibration reagents for microscopy and cell analysis. State and local governments procuring under this code are predominantly K–12 school districts and higher education institutions purchasing science lab supplies and equipment to support instructional programs across multiple grade levels and disciplines.

The Cobb County School District in Marietta, Georgia, issued IFB B26128 on May 15, 2026, with responses due June 16, 2026, to procure science specimens, chemicals, supplies, and equipment for all 112 CCSD school sites serving 105,738 students. The solicitation encompasses preserved specimens using non-formalin preservatives, micromedia, live materials, chemicals with current Safety Data Sheets, and general supplies and equipment aligned with Georgia Standards of Excellence, with an estimated annual expenditure of $175,000.00 on an as-needed basis and no guaranteed minimum quantities. Vendors must establish an online ordering platform, accept purchase orders and procurement card payments, provide quarterly reports, and deliver items within ten business days to various schools with unloading and inside delivery included at no additional cost. The contract term is one year from award with renewal at CCSD's sole discretion, payment on net 30 terms, and proof of insurance required within five business days of award including $1 million Commercial General Liability, $1 million Commercial Auto Liability, $1 million Professional Liability, $2 million Umbrella Coverage, and statutory workers' compensation. CCSD mandates E-Verify compliance under the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act and requests vendor disclosure of minority-owned, disability-owned, veteran-owned, small business, and woman-owned classifications. The solicitation also indicates vendor willingness to extend pricing and terms to Metro-Atlanta area entities and surrounding counties, suggesting potential for expanded contract scope beyond the school district itself.