UNSPSC 42261512: Autopsy saws

In this classification, this commodity that is a product used as a saw in association with autopsy procedures in a medical setting. US FDA regulates Autopsy saws under 21 CFR 872.4120 and under FDA product code DWI. Most nations, for tariff and trade purposes, schedule these products under HS 901890.

UNSPSC 42261512 Autopsy saws, a Commodity code, sees recent state and local procurement activity focused on forensic and crime scene equipment where autopsy saws are one component within broader crime scene supply and evidence collection bundles. State and local buying entities include municipal police departments, county sheriff's offices, and cooperative purchasing vehicles. Dallas Police Department, Harris County Sheriff's Office, and Tampa Police Department have posted solicitations in the past four months for forensic equipment, crime scene supplies, and specialized forensic workstations, respectively. These purchases reflect operational needs to maintain and standardize forensic investigation capabilities across detection, evidence handling, and analytical functions.

Recent activity concentrates in Texas and Florida. Dallas issued an Invitation to Bid (IFSDPDB2600026) on June 22, 2026, with bids due June 26, 2026, for forensic equipment to be delivered FOB to the Dallas Police Department Crime Scene Response facility; the solicitation requires new, unopened products in original packaging submitted online via the City's Bonfire portal but does not disclose item-level specifications or contract value. Harris County, Texas posted an Invitation to Bid (250415) on May 15, 2026, with a June 8, 2026 deadline, seeking crime scene supplies and related items for a one-year term beginning June 1, 2026, specifying DNA collection kits, evidence containers, fingerprint supplies, chemicals, and camera repair parts, with vendors required to maintain local account management, provide 24/7 availability, and carry $1 million minimum general liability and workers' compensation coverage. Sourcewell (State of Minnesota) issued RFP #061626 on May 12, 2026, due June 16, 2026, for a cooperative purchasing contract covering Law Enforcement Equipment available to thousands of public entities across multiple states, with submissions required through the Sourcewell Procurement Portal. Tampa Police Department posted an Intent to Single Source (26X00765) on February 4, 2026, due February 9, 2026, for a FAST Forensics Custom Forensics Workstation replacement to maintain departmental standardization.