UNSPSC 42211604: Bath mitts for the physically challenged

In this classification, this commodity indicates a product used as a bath mitt for the physically challenged. Most nations, for tariff and trade purposes, schedule these products under HS 611610.

UNSPSC 42211604 Bath mitts for the physically challenged is a Commodity code covering adaptive bathing aids and personal hygiene products designed for individuals with mobility, sensory, or dexterity limitations. State and local governments procure these items primarily through education and workforce development agencies serving students with disabilities and vocational rehabilitation clients. The scope extends to bundled procurements of specialized adaptive equipment where bath mitts appear alongside related assistive-technology products such as braille displays, speech-generating devices, gait trainers, and transfer lifts. Issuing bodies include state workforce commissions, independent school districts, and vocational rehabilitation programs; these agencies typically consolidate purchases across multiple product categories in single solicitations rather than procuring bath mitts in isolation.

Recent activity centers in Texas, with the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Vocational Rehabilitation Division posting Invitation for Bids No. 3202600146 on June 3, 2026 for rehabilitation supplies serving vocational rehabilitation customers—a procurement spanning eight product categories with an anticipated contract value of $350,000 annually and contract start in August 2026—and Garland Independent School District posting a proposal request on March 12, 2026 for special education large and small equipment with an estimated annual value of $50,000 and contract term from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 with four renewal options. Both solicitations are structured as fixed-price, firm delivery agreements with FOB destination and statewide or district-wide applicability. The TWC procurement mandates VetHUB subcontracting compliance with a 5.28 percent utilization goal and includes preferences for Texas bidders, service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, and recycled or environmentally sensitive materials. The Garland ISD procurement requires 51 percent domestic content compliance and weights purchase price at 40 points in evaluation, with multiple awards anticipated.