UNSPSC 42231615: Intragastric hypothermia apparatus

In this classification, this commodity indicates a product used as an instrument that provides cooling of the upper digestive tract in a medical setting Most nations, for tariff and trade purposes, schedule these products under HS 901890.

UNSPSC 42231615 Intragastric hypothermia apparatus is a Commodity code, though the recent state and local activity under this code does not reflect procurement of intragastric hypothermia devices. Instead, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) issued IFB HHS0017603 on July 15, 2026 for medical supplies, equipment, and small tools serving the Abilene State Supported Living Center—a blanket purchase agreement covering gastrostomy feeding tubes, IV stabilization devices, catheters, feeding tubes, syringes, enteral feeding sets, SpO2 sensors, and IV pole clamps from manufacturers including Cardinal Health, C.R. Bard, Becton Dickinson, AV Anos, and Nonin. The contract runs September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027 with an option to extend one additional year. Pricing is firm and fixed with unit rates inclusive of all labor, materials, supplies, and related expenses; price adjustments are permitted at HHSC's sole discretion based on CPI-W, CPI-U, or Federal Minimum Wage increases with supporting documentation. Evaluation criteria include the bidder's ability to meet specifications, performance delivery capabilities, and price. The issuing body is a state health and human services agency sourcing for a state-operated residential facility.

The single recent opportunity under this code reflects activity in Texas. Bids were due July 30, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. Central Time, with a question deadline of July 22 and responses posted as an addendum on July 24. Responses are accepted via email to pcsbids@hhs.texas.gov, through the HHS Online Bid Room, or by hand delivery or overnight mail of a USB drive to 1100 W. 49th Street, Austin, Texas. Standard HHSC terms and conditions apply, including E-Verify requirements, conflict of interest certifications, human trafficking prohibitions, cybersecurity training, and Texas-specific statutory compliance obligations. The contract carries no guaranteed volume or minimum compensation. The code shows minimal recent activity and the single opportunity posted does not reflect the nominal commodity scope of intragastric hypothermia apparatus.