UNSPSC 41131511: Automated heparin analyzer

In this classification, an automated heparin analyzer is a device used to determine the heparin level in a blood sample by mixing the sample with protamine (a heparin-neutralizing substance) and determining photometrically the onset of air-activated clotting. The analyzer also determines the amount of protamine necessary to neutralize the heparin in the patient's circulation. US FDA regulates Automated heparin analyzer under 21 CFR 864.5680 and under FDA product code JOX.

UNSPSC 41131511 Automated heparin analyzer is a Commodity code covering laboratory diagnostic equipment and specialized consumables that state and local health agencies and academic institutions buy to perform automated hemoglobin and blood chemistry analysis. Recent solicitations show state health departments and university labs acquiring both instrument systems—such as hemoglobin analyzers with automated sample-loading capability—and the specialized consumables and proficiency-testing samples those systems require. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and Department of State Health Services (DSHS) are the primary repeat buyers in the recent-opportunities block, issuing multiple IFBs for hemoglobin testing systems, ICP-MS consumables for pediatric blood lead screening, and related laboratory supplies. University procurement offices also participate; the University of Wisconsin-Madison recently sought custom-made hematology and whole blood chemistry proficiency testing samples for quality assurance purposes.

Geographic activity is concentrated in Texas and Wisconsin based on recent postings. The Texas HHSC issued an IFB (HHS0017310) on May 1, 2026 for a D-10 Hemoglobin Testing System with Rack Loader for the South Texas Lab in Harlingen, with a response deadline of May 18, 2026 and an anticipated award date of May 19, 2026; historical spend for similar goods ranged from $45,050 to $80,000 in fiscal year 2025. The same agency posted a second IFB (HHS0017071) on February 18, 2026 for PerkinElmer ICP-MS consumables and supplies used in pediatric blood lead analysis, with responses due March 5, 2026 and an anticipated start date of March 6, 2026; historical spend for that category ran $20,000 to $30,000. The University of Wisconsin-Madison issued a competitive bid (2026-UWMSN-01287-RFB) through ShopUW+ on April 3, 2026 for hematology and whole blood chemistry proficiency testing samples, with responses due April 21, 2026. None of the recent solicitations specified set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though HHSC encouraged HUB subcontracting plans.