UNSPSC 41202059: Shigella spp. serological reagents

In this classification, Shigella genus serological reagents are devices used in test to identify specific Shigella genus antibodies in serum. US FDA regulates Shigella genus serological reagents under 21 CFR 866.3660 and under FDA product code LSN.

UNSPSC 41202059 Shigella spp. serological reagents, a Commodity code, does not reflect the work actually being solicited under this classification in recent state and local procurement activity. The most recent opportunities tagged to this code involve HIV testing kits, syphilis reagents, and general drug testing supplies—none of which are Shigella serological reagents. The Illinois Department of Public Health has posted emergency and standard procurements for Abbott HIV and Syphilis reagents and analyzer supplies; the City of Austin has solicited rapid HIV Type 1 and Type 2 test kits; and Collin County, Texas, and Gwinnett County, Georgia, have requested drug testing supplies and specimen collection services. The code classification appears to be a data-entry or taxonomy-assignment error rather than an accurate reflection of current procurement activity under this Commodity code.

No recent state and local contract opportunities for Shigella spp. serological reagents are evident in the available solicitation records. The code shows little activity aligned with its nominal scope, and vendors pursuing work in serological or immunological diagnostics should verify their actual UNSPSC classifications with issuing bodies or procurement specialists before investing in pursuit of opportunities posted under 41202059.