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 (Commodity) encompasses autoclave equipment, sterilization cabinets, and associated inspection and maintenance services rather than physical containers or trays alone. State and local governments procure under this code for laboratory sterilization capacity, healthcare facility compliance, and institutional biosafety infrastructure. Recent opportunities show issuing bodies spanning state health and administrative agencies, county water authorities, independent school districts, and research institutions, with the State of Oregon Department of Administrative Services and the State of California appearing as active buyers. Work being solicited includes annual autoclave maintenance, inspection, calibration, and repair services; procurement of biosafety cabinets meeting HEPA filtration and containment standards; and purchase of manual sterilizer units with extended warranty coverage. Technicians performing under these contracts must hold current CRCST, CBSPD, or equivalent autoclave certifications and demonstrate hands-on equipment experience. Oregon's RFP (S1070000017047) for annual autoclave inspection and repair services, due August 17, 2026, carries a maximum not-to-exceed compensation of $5 million with a 5% Oregon fabrication preference and requires technicians to respond to critical failures within 24 hours.

Recent activity concentrates in the West and Southwest, with Oregon, California, Texas, and Georgia issuing RFPs, RFBs, and ITBs between February and June 2026. The State of California RFB (RFB-IS-26200890) for STERILGARD biosafety cabinets, due May 11, 2026, includes CBE set-asides or preferences for certified small businesses. The Macon Water Authority in Georgia issued an IFB for a single 3870EAP large-capacity autoclave sterilizer with 2-year parts and labor warranty, due March 10, 2026. MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas solicited maintenance services for cage washers, glass washers, and autoclaves on February 24, 2026, requiring dedicated account management and 2-hour response during business hours. A Klein Independent School District RFP (RFP #26-101) for CTE and advanced academics equipment, due June 5, 2026, encompasses sterilization equipment as part of broader health sciences program procurement and actively encourages HUB, MWBE, and SBE vendors. Set-asides and preferences vary by issuing body; Oregon prioritizes in-state fabrication, California emphasizes CBE certification, and Texas school districts encourage historically underutilized business participation.