UNSPSC 42182420: Aural probes

In this classification, this commodity indicates a product used as a device for the probing of aural polyp or other mass in the ear canal in a medical setting. Most nations, for tariff and trade purposes, schedule these products under HS 901890.

UNSPSC 42182420 Aural probes is a Commodity code that in recent state and local procurement activity encompasses medical diagnostic and monitoring equipment with aural (ear-based) sensing or measurement functions, primarily blood pressure measurement devices and related clinical consumables for emergency services and healthcare delivery. State and local solicitations under this code reflect purchases by fire rescue departments, school districts, and multi-jurisdictional cooperative purchasing entities seeking validated, equipment-compatible medical supplies — particularly blood pressure cuffs, monitoring electrodes, and associated accessories for integration with existing emergency medical systems infrastructure. The issuing bodies include county fire rescue departments, city fire and rescue divisions, school districts sourcing instructional medical equipment, and statewide cooperative purchasing vehicles like Sourcewell that aggregate procurement across multiple participating jurisdictions and public entities.

Recent activity appears concentrated in Florida and Texas. Hillsborough County, Florida solicited Technicuff 3-in-1 blood pressure cuffs in multiple patient sizes and compatible hoses for Stryker LP35 monitor/defibrillator integration by Fire Rescue, estimated at $44,385.00 for a nine-month term through December 31, 2026 (sole source procurement, April 13, 2026 close date). The City of Tampa issued an invitation to bid for 169 line items of medical and first aid supplies including respiratory equipment, electrodes, and endotracheal tubes for the Tampa Fire Department Rescue Division by March 13, 2026, with an estimated contract value of $700,000.00 and sheltered-market set-aside for certified Small Local Business Enterprises offering a 5% discount up to $10,000. Klein Independent School District in Harris County, Texas posted an RFP for Career Technical Education and Advanced Academics resources by June 5, 2026, encompassing health sciences instructional equipment and supplies among 17 distinct CTE program areas. Sourcewell, a Minnesota cooperative purchasing entity, issued RFP #061626 for Law Enforcement Equipment available to thousands of governmental agencies nationwide by June 16, 2026, reflecting broader multi-state and multi-entity purchasing frameworks where medical and diagnostic devices may be included in equipment bundles.