UNSPSC 41121717: Cryogenic sperm or embryo storage straw

Flexible bio-compatible cylinder for storage of materials for assisted reproduction. Tube ends are crimped to contain specimen.

UNSPSC 41121717 Cryogenic sperm or embryo storage straw is a Commodity code under which state and local governments procure blood products and related services for hospital and clinic operations. The code captures the full spectrum of blood component procurement—red blood cells, fresh frozen plasma, platelets, and cryoprecipitate—along with ancillary immunohematology and reference laboratory support. Public health authorities issue solicitations for multi-year blood-supply contracts that require FDA, CLIA, AABB, and state licensure compliance, established operational capacity, and robust insurance coverage. County health systems, public hospitals, and affiliated clinic networks represent the primary buying bodies under this code.

San Mateo County Medical Center posted an RFP (Solicitation 660002627259) on July 24, 2026, due August 28, 2026, for blood products and blood services to support its accredited public hospital and clinic system across San Mateo County. The contract covers twice-daily Monday–Friday delivery and once-daily weekend delivery of specified blood components, with 2025-baseline annual demand of approximately 888 units of red blood cells, 85 units of single-donor platelets, 49 units of fresh frozen plasma, and 8 units of pooled cryoprecipitate. The County applies a 5 to 10 percentage point local-business preference under its Procurement Preference for Local Businesses Ordinance. The five-year contract awards to the responsive, responsible proposer offering best overall value; proposers must demonstrate five years of prior similar experience, hold required federal and state certifications, maintain $1 million general liability and professional liability coverage, and comply with California Living Wage and HIPAA standards.