UNSPSC 42121514: Veterinary external fixation kits

In this classification, this commodity indicates a prepackaged collection (either custom or standard) of the equipment and supplies used to perform the surgical treatment that stabilizes bone and soft tissues at a distance from the operative or injury focus in animals. Most nations, for tariff and trade purposes, schedule these products under HS 902110.

UNSPSC 42121514 Veterinary external fixation kits is a Commodity code that in practice describes procurement of veterinary pharmaceuticals and clinical supplies for animal shelter operations, not the specialized orthopedic fixation devices the abstract code name suggests. State and local governments soliciting under this code are purchasing oral medications (Amantadine, Amoxicillin formulations and combinations), injectable pharmaceuticals, and broader clinic supplies to support shelter medical operations. Issuing bodies include county animal services agencies (Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter) and city animal control or animal services departments (City of Dallas Animal Services, City of Fort Worth Code Compliance Department). Solicitations typically require vendors to establish online ordering systems with electronic catalogs and credit card payment capability, deliver within two weeks via common carrier, maintain firm pricing initially with later adjustments subject to substantiation, and hold comprehensive liability and workers' compensation insurance. Products must meet shelf-life minimums (typically one-year expiration at delivery) and in some cases arrive palletized with lift-gate delivery capability.

Recent activity concentrates in Texas, with posted opportunities from Williamson County (IFB 26IFB24, due April 23, 2026, for pharmaceuticals and clinic supplies), the City of Dallas (Informal Solicitation IFSDASB1700022, due February 12, 2026, for veterinary pharmaceuticals), and the City of Fort Worth (RFQt 26-0110, due February 20, 2026, for preventive maintenance of anesthesia and medical equipment). Williamson County's IFB specifies named pharmaceutical items and requires bidder references demonstrating recent relevant experience; Dallas's informal solicitation requests itemized quotes with firm 30-day pricing and FOB delivery-site terms; Fort Worth's RFQ covers maintenance and calibration of anesthesia machines, microscopes, and autoclaves at two service locations. No specific contract values or budget ranges are disclosed in the available documentation. No set-aside designations or incumbent vendors are identified across the recent opportunities.