UNSPSC 51204201: Veterinary foot and mouth disease (FMD) vaccines

This classification denotes preparations containing substances with antigenic properties administered to activate veterinary or non-human immune systems, thereby inducing immune responses, preparations called vaccines, of which the current commodities address or prevent infectious aphthae epizooticae, family Picornaviridae, genus Aphthovirus, also called Foot and Mouth Disease or simply, FMD, thus the term FOOT AND MOUTH DISEASE (FMD) VACCINES. This classification concerns all vaccines designed to address or treat FMD Types A, Asia 1, C, O, SAT 1, SAT 2, and SAT 3.

UNSPSC 51204201 Veterinary foot and mouth disease (FMD) vaccines is a Commodity code that in practice spans a broader veterinary pharmaceutical and supplies procurement portfolio for municipal animal shelters, county animal services departments, and specialized animal care facilities, with recent state and local solicitations actually requesting FMD vaccines alongside routine pharmaceuticals, clinic supplies, vaccines, syringes, sutures, anesthetic drugs, euthanasia solutions, and hospital supplies on an as-needed basis. Issuing bodies include city and county animal care and services divisions operating municipal shelters and impound facilities, with repeat buyers evident in Texas (San Antonio, Williamson County) and Florida (Pinellas County) jurisdictions. The code also captures comprehensive veterinary service contracts for animal shelters and K-9 units, though those engagements typically procure services rather than the vaccines themselves and represent a secondary segment of activity.

Recent opportunities show geographic concentration in Texas and Florida, with secondary activity in California (Orange County) and the Southwest. The City of San Antonio issued an RFP for annual veterinary pharmaceuticals and miscellaneous supplies to its Animal Care Services shelter due October 30, 2026, with a pre-bid conference scheduled for October 21, 2026. Pinellas County Government in Florida posted an ITB (26-0718) for veterinary drugs, vaccines, and animal healthcare products with an estimated annual budget of $25,000 and 36-month contract value of $75,000 commencing January 25, 2027, requiring three years of prior similar contracting experience, four professional references, Common Carrier Attestation, Foreign Country of Concern Affidavit, and Human Trafficking Affidavit, with two-day delivery FOB destination and pricing as discounts from manufacturer's suggested retail price. Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter in Texas issued IFB 26IFB24 for veterinary pharmaceuticals and clinic supplies due April 23, 2026, requiring an online ordering portal, firm pricing for three months with substantiation for adjustments thereafter, and delivery within two weeks via UPS or FedEx, with optional one-year extensions available up to 36 months total. Harris County Public Health Services Office posted an ITB for pet clinic supplies due July 27, 2026, though the scope and budget were not detailed in available materials.