UNSPSC 42272021: Reprocessed/ sustainable laryngoscope blades

In this classification, this commodity indicates a Reprocessed (Reprocessing medical devices is a process that involves cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and other procedures to make used devices safe for reuse) or Sustainable (made with recycled materials) Laryngoscope blade which is used in conjunction with a laryngoscope handle to examine the larynx and place an endotracheal tube. They are attached to a handle that can be reusable or disposable.

UNSPSC 42272021 Reprocessed/sustainable laryngoscope blades is a Commodity code that captures state and local procurement of video laryngoscopes, laryngoscope accessories, and related airway management medical devices for hospital and health department use. Recent state and local solicitations under this code reflect demand for both new and refurbished handheld video laryngoscope systems, associated capital equipment, consumable blades and accessories, and authorized service and maintenance support. Issuing bodies soliciting under the code include county health departments and specialized medical facilities, typically through health system procurement offices. The Collier County, Florida Notice of Intent to Single Source from Verathon Inc. for GlideScope Go 2 handheld video laryngoscopes and associated medical device accessories (due May 11, 2026) represents the most directly aligned recent opportunity under this code; the three-year term running May 1, 2026 through September 30, 2029 establishes a current contracting window. The code also captures broader ophthalmic and medical device procurement where laryngoscope products are included as line items alongside other instruments and supplies—notably the County of Santa Clara ITB-PRC-FY26-0664 for ophthalmic instruments, services, supplies and accessories (due July 10, 2026), which requires bidders to be qualified distributors or manufacturers for all equipment listed and authorized service and maintenance providers.

Geographic activity centers on Florida and California based on recent opportunities. The Collier County single-source procurement and the State of California TONO-PEN AVIA bid (RFB IS-26200820-1, due April 24, 2026) represent the two largest public entities with identifiable recent activity. Santa Clara County in California also posted activity in June 2026. Opportunities typically require firm pricing throughout the contract term, pre-bid or non-mandatory pre-bid conferences, and demonstration of manufacturer authorization or distributor qualification for specified product lines. Most solicitations do not guarantee minimum purchase volumes and reserve the right to purchase more or less than estimated annual quantities based on historical usage.