UNSPSC 41131803: Calibrator for hemoglobin or hematocrit measurement

In this classification a calibrator for hemoglobin or hematocrit measurement is a device that approximates whole blood, red blood cells, or a hemoglobin derivative and that is used to set instruments intended to measure hemoglobin, the hematocrit, or both. It is a material whose characteristics have been precisely and accurately determined US FDA regulates Calibrator for hemoglobin or hematocrit measurement under 21 CFR 864.8165 and under FDA product code KRZ.

UNSPSC 41131803 Calibrator for hemoglobin or hematocrit measurement is a Commodity code under which state and local health agencies procure specialized laboratory analyzers, consumables, and quality-assurance testing materials for blood screening and hemoglobin analysis. Recent solicitations show that state agencies and university health systems are acquiring ion-exchange HPLC hemoglobin testing systems, ICP-MS consumables for pediatric blood lead screening, and proficiency testing samples—equipment and supplies designed for high-throughput clinical laboratory operations where precision and regulatory compliance in hemoglobin binding protein analysis and fetal screening are critical. The issuing bodies include state health departments (Texas Health and Human Services Commission and Department of State Health Services) and university health systems (University of Wisconsin-Madison), representing a mix of centralized public health infrastructure and academic laboratory operations.

Activity under this code concentrates in Texas and Wisconsin based on recent postings. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission issued two solicitations in the first quarter of 2026: IFB HHS0017310 (posted May 18, 2026, response deadline May 18, 2026 at 10:30 AM Central Time) for a D-10 Hemoglobin Testing System Compact Analyzer with Rack Loader to replace aging laboratory equipment at the South Texas Lab in Harlingen, with firm fixed pricing and best-value evaluation on bidder qualifications, delivery performance, and price; and IFB HHS0017071 (posted March 19, 2026, due March 5, 2026) for PerkinElmer ICP-MS consumables and supplies—sample probes, filters, cones, nebulizers, torches, tubing, and solutions—for blood lead analysis screening in pediatric populations, also on firm fixed pricing with best-value award criteria. The University of Wisconsin-Madison solicited bids through RFB 2026-UWMSN-01287 (posted April 3, 2026, due May 5, 2026) for custom-made hematology and whole blood chemistry proficiency testing samples to serve as quality assurance tools for laboratory testing procedures. None of these solicitations carried set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though HUB subcontracting plans were encouraged in the Texas procurement.