UNSPSC 42231601: Gastrostomy tubes

In this classification, this commodity indicates a product that is a prepackaged collection (either custom or standard) of the equipment and supplies used to perform a gastronomy intubation procedure in a medical setting. US FDA regulates Gastrostomy tubes or kits for general use under 21 CFR 876.5980 and under FDA product code FPD. Most nations, for tariff and trade purposes, schedule these products under HS 901890.

UNSPSC 42231601 Gastrostomy tubes is a Commodity code covering specialized enteral feeding and medical delivery devices that state and local governments procure for institutional care settings, patient facilities, and clinical operations. The work involves supplying pre-manufactured gastrostomy tubes, feeding sets, catheters, IV stabilization equipment, and related consumable medical supplies to state-supported living centers, health departments, and similar government-operated or government-funded medical facilities. Issuing bodies under this code include state health and human services agencies managing institutional care operations. Procurement typically follows blanket purchase agreement or standing supply structures with firm and fixed pricing, allowing purchasing entities to order against estimated annual quantities and adjust orders based on actual clinical demand.

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) posted IFB HHS0017603 on July 15, 2026, requesting bids for medical supplies including gastrostomy feeding tubes, IV stabilization devices, catheters, enteral feeding sets, and related items for the Abilene State Supported Living Center, with bids due July 30, 2026. The solicitation specified manufacturer brands and product codes from Cardinal Health, C.R. Bard, Becton Dickinson, AV Anos, and Nonin, structured as a blanket purchase agreement running September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027 with a one-year extension option at HHSC's discretion. Pricing was firm and fixed with unit rates inclusive of all labor and materials; price adjustments were permitted only at HHSC's sole discretion based on CPI-W or Federal Minimum Wage increases. The contract carried no guaranteed volume or minimum compensation. Recent activity under this code shows concentration in Texas state health and human services procurement.