UNSPSC 42142929: Ophthalmic bar readers

In this classification, this commodity indicates a product that nostalgically reads bars. Most nations, for tariff and trade purposes, schedule these products under HS 901811.

UNSPSC 42142929 Ophthalmic bar readers (Commodity) encompasses protective eyewear and tactical apparel components sourced by state and local law enforcement agencies. Recent solicitations show state purchasing offices and cooperative procurement vehicles acquiring tactical-grade sunglasses with specialized lens coatings (including ballistic-rated eyewear compliant with MIL PRF 32432), alongside complementary tactical apparel such as gloves, jackets, wallets, and badge holders. The Texas Office of the Attorney General and multi-jurisdictional cooperative purchasing groups (Sourcewell, representing county governments and public entities across multiple states) are the primary issuing bodies under this code.

Texas dominates recent activity, with the Texas Office of the Attorney General issuing IFB 302-27-254341 for FY27 Tactical Apparel due October 15, 2026, specifying Matte Black Sunglasses with Grey Prizm lenses (referencing Oakley Holbrook) and ballistic shocktube eyewear with interchangeable lenses as core items. Vendors may propose alternative brands meeting or exceeding reference standards and must submit official quotes with delivery schedules, acknowledge Addendum 1, carry minimum $1,000,000/$2,000,000 general liability and workers compensation coverage, and comply with E-Verify requirements. A separate Sourcewell cooperative RFP #061626 posted May 12, 2026 (due June 16, 2026) sought law enforcement equipment solutions for multiple Washington counties and participating entities nationwide, establishing a shared contracting vehicle for thousands of governmental, educational, and nonprofit organizations. Submissions must be made through dedicated portals (Bonfire for Texas, Sourcewell's Procurement Portal for the cooperative). A Texas product and service preference applies to the Attorney General solicitation.