A container intended to provide a suitable platform for containing many medical/surgical instruments and related items during a clinical procedure; it might in addition be used during reprocessing/sterilization procedures, however it is not dedicated to reprocessing/sterilization. It is typically designed as a shallow vessel with a raised rim, or as a deeper cassette-like device, and it might include a lid. It is designed to fit into other devices such as supply trolleys, storage systems and sterilizers. This is a reusable device.