UNSPSC 42281509: Sterilization containers or trays

In this classification, this commodity indicates a product that is used as container or tray associated with the sterilization process in a medical setting. US FDA regulates Sterilization containers or trays under 21 CFR 880.6850 and under FDA product code KCT. Most nations, for tariff and trade purposes, schedule these products under HS 392690.

UNSPSC 42281509 Sterilization containers or trays is a Commodity code, but the recent state and local activity under it reflects procurement of sterilization equipment services and biosafety cabinets rather than physical containers or trays themselves. State and local governments are buying maintenance, inspection, calibration, and repair services for laboratory autoclaves and sterilization equipment, along with associated service plans covering original equipment manufacturer replacement parts, field service, and compliance documentation. City procurement offices, state health and administrative agencies, and cooperative purchasing vehicles (Sourcewell on behalf of multiple county jurisdictions) are the primary issuing bodies. The City of Orlando's Water Reclamation Enterprises Department has posted multiple sole-source service agreements, indicating a repeat buyer in this category; the State of Oregon Department of Administrative Services is also a significant purchaser of autoclave maintenance and inspection services.

The State of Oregon issued an RFP for annual autoclave and associated equipment inspection, calibration, and repair services due August 17, 2026, covering five autoclaves at the North Valley Complex in Wilsonville with a maximum not-to-exceed compensation of $5 million and a 5% preference for goods and services fabricated, processed, or performed entirely in Oregon. The City of Orlando issued a sole-source notice (S26-0554) for a service plan for laboratory sterilizer with a challenge-submission deadline of August 12, 2026, identifying Getinge USA Sales LLC as the exclusive source but inviting alternative suppliers to submit product information and qualifications. The State of California issued an RFB for STERILGARD Biosafety Cabinets with technical specifications due May 11, 2026, including Certified Business Enterprise set-aside considerations. Recent activity centers in Oregon and Florida, with the California procurement and a Sourcewell cooperative opportunity (RFP #061626 for Law Enforcement Equipment, due June 16, 2026) representing broader geographic reach across western and midwestern jurisdictions.