UNSPSC 42201851: Beta or gamma counters for clinical use

In this classification, this commodity indicates a product used as a beta or gamma counter used in a clinical procedure in a medical setting. US FDA regulates Beta or gamma counters for clinical use under 21 CFR 862.2320 and under FDA product code JJJ. Most nations, for tariff and trade purposes, schedule these products under HS 902214.

UNSPSC 42201851 Beta or gamma counters for clinical use is a Commodity code that in recent state and local procurement covers specialized laboratory and clinical measurement equipment—primarily liquid scintillation counters used for radiological protection work and point-of-care ultrasound systems deployed in healthcare settings. The code captures both radioactive decay measurement instruments and mobile diagnostic imaging equipment where the issuing bodies range from state environmental and health departments to nonprofit healthcare providers and federally qualified health centers (FQHCs). The scope reflects acquisition of capital equipment with substantial ancillary services: vendors supply the core instruments alongside installation, training, software integration (often with EHR and PACS systems), maintenance agreements, and warranty coverage. Issuing bodies evaluate vendors on technical compliance with detailed specifications, total cost of ownership, vendor reputation and prior experience in healthcare or governmental settings, and compatibility with existing systems. Insurance requirements and cybersecurity standards, including HIPAA compliance, DICOM conformance, and software bill-of-materials documentation, are routine conditions.

Recent activity shows a geographic spread across Michigan and Texas. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy issued RFP 260000001791 in April 2026 for a TRI-CARB 5110 TR-110V Liquid Scintillation Counter or equivalent with delivery and installation required by May 22, 2026, evaluated on a PASS/FAIL basis with service-level penalties for delays and potential State Administrative Board approval if the award exceeds $250,000. CommUnityCare, a nonprofit FQHC in Travis County, Texas, posted RFP 202605001 in June 2026 for point-of-care ultrasound equipment—three cart-based machines and three handheld devices with Epic EHR integration, training, and warranty—weighting compliance, total cost of ownership, ease of use, equipment portability, system connectivity, vendor healthcare experience, and HIPAA data management equally across evaluation criteria; proposals were due June 11, 2026. Neither opportunity names an incumbent vendor or carries set-aside restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises.