UNSPSC 42312000: Medical tissue closure and related products

In this classification, this class includes, products, components, accessories, and supplies, utilized in Medical tissue closure based medical procedures.

UNSPSC 42312000 Medical tissue closure and related products is a Class code that state and local governments use to procure occupational health surveillance and medical examination services—a scope substantially divorced from the code's nominal reference to sutures, adhesives, and wound-closure supplies. The Washington State Department of Transportation, on behalf of Washington State Ferries, is the only recent issuer identified in the available opportunities. The work being solicited involves baseline, periodic, follow-up, and exit medical examinations for vessel and terminal workers—Shipyard Workers, Engine Crew, Deck Crew, and Asbestos Team members—conducted by or under the supervision of a licensed physician board-certified in occupational medicine, with full medical record management, HIPAA compliance, and 24/7 technical support. The contract requires flexible scheduling across 14 Washington locations, examinations issued with at least 90 days' advance notice, and results delivered within 60 days.

The Washington State Department of Transportation issued RFP 20260825 with a response deadline of October 9, 2026 and a pre-bid conference scheduled for August 31, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. Pacific Time via Microsoft Teams. The evaluation uses cost-based scoring with pricing weighted at 40 percent and non-cost capability factors at 60 percent. The contract term is two years with an option to extend for up to five additional one-year terms. Questions are due September 7, 2026, with answers provided by September 14, and bidder references are due October 7, 2026. The Apparent Successful Bidder will be announced October 20, 2026, with contract award anticipated by November 30, 2026. A voluntary Subcontractor Inclusion Plan is available; participation goals are voluntary and zero participation will not render a bid non-responsive or affect evaluation.