UNSPSC 42281502: Dry heat or hot air sterilizers

In this classification, this commodity indicates a product that is machine, used to destroy microorganisms in or on, usually by bringing to a high temperature by the use, dry heat, or hot air, in a medical setting. US FDA regulates Dry heat or hot air sterilizers under 21 CFR 880.6870 and under FDA product code KCT. Most nations, for tariff and trade purposes, schedule these products under HS 841920.

UNSPSC 42281502 Dry heat or hot air sterilizers is a Commodity code under which state and local governments procure sterilization equipment and related maintenance, calibration, and repair services. Recent opportunities show demand centered on autoclave sterilizers (including manual and large-capacity models) and associated inspection, maintenance, and certification services that ensure equipment compliance and operational reliability across laboratory, clinical, and healthcare settings. The issuing bodies span state purchasing offices (Oregon Department of Administrative Services, California), county-level water authorities (Macon Water Authority in Georgia), healthcare systems (MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas), and cooperative purchasing vehicles serving multiple jurisdictions (Sourcewell on behalf of participating Washington counties). The work includes equipment procurement (new sterilizer units with specified chamber capacity, power ratings, and warranty provisions), preventive maintenance and repair services with technician certifications (CRCST, CBSPD, or equivalent), annual calibration and certification, and condition assessments documented in computerized maintenance management systems.

Recent solicitations show activity concentrated in the Southeast and West. The State of Oregon (Department of Administrative Services, Enterprise Asset Management) posted an RFP on June 16, 2026 (due August 17, 2026) for annual autoclave inspection, calibration, and repair services at the North Valley Complex in Wilsonville covering five autoclaves with a maximum not-to-exceed compensation of $5 million; technicians must hold current regulatory autoclave certification and at least one year of hands-on experience. The Macon Water Authority in Georgia issued an Invitation for Bid (due March 10, 2026) for one new 3870EAP Large Capacity Manual Sterilizer with 22-gallon chamber capacity, two trays, closed-door active drying, and extended warranty. MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas posted an RFP (due February 24, 2026) for preventive maintenance and repair of glass washers with autoclaves and electric steam boilers requiring manufacturer training and certification, real-time documentation in IBM Maximo, and response times of 2 hours for normal calls and 1 hour for emergency calls during business hours. The State of California issued a Request for Bid (due May 11, 2026) for STERILGARD Biosafety Cabinets meeting detailed technical specifications for HEPA filtration, airflow velocity, and containment integrity testing with CBE (Certified Business Enterprise) set-aside considerations.