UNSPSC 41141521: Nitrite standards

In this classification, this entry connotes a standardized formulation of Nitrite used to conduct Anion tests.

UNSPSC 41141521 Nitrite standards is a Commodity code covering certified reference materials and reagent kits for forensic drug analysis, toxicology testing, and substance identification in state and local laboratory operations. State and local governments procure these materials to support drug screening, method validation, and evidentiary sample analysis in forensic labs and public health facilities. The code covers direct ELISA testing kits for controlled substances (cannabinoids, opiates, PCP, amphetamines, benzodiazepines, cocaine), immunalysis reagents, phosphate-buffered saline solutions, and certified drug standards with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation and purity exceeding 97%. Issuing bodies include state forensic and public safety agencies, county medical examiners and forensic laboratories, and state health and human services departments. Repeat buyers across the recent opportunities include the Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas Health and Human Services Commission, and Pinellas County, Florida.

Activity concentrates in Texas and Florida. Representative recent opportunities include the Texas Department of Public Safety's IFB 405-26R0008445A (Immunalysis Reagents, due July 23, 2026) for Direct ELISA testing kits across 12 substance lines with 3–30 units per line item; Pinellas County's ITQ 26-0305-ITQ (Records Retention Time Project Drug Standards, due April 23, 2026) for 131 line items of certified reference materials funded through the Paul Coverdell Forensic Sciences Improvement Act Program with $49,034.00 designated for supplies, requiring ISO/IEC 17025:2017 compliance and offering SBE preference; and Texas Health and Human Services Commission's IFB HHS0016902v2 (QIAxcel and QIAamp Kits for DNA Screening, due January 29, 2026) for DNA screening kits with historical values between $25,050.00 and $30,000.00 in fiscal year 2025. Contract terms typically run 12 months with extension options, and award processes follow best-value evaluation rather than low-price-only standards. Vendors must provide audited financials, Dun & Bradstreet reports, and compliance with state identification and tax documentation requirements.