UNSPSC 10101707: Live palometa fish or mylossoma aureum

Palometa is a common name given to several sea water species due to the similar shape of its aspect. Belongs to perciformes order, stromateidae family, and is common in all seas. Common names include palometa de mar, palometa negra, palometa roja or alf

UNSPSC 10101707 Live palometa fish or mylossoma aureum (Commodity tier) covers live fish procurement for state and local aquaculture, recreation, and wildlife programs. In practice, recent state and local solicitations under this code show demand for live sunfish and trout fingerlings to support urban fishing programs, fishing derbies, and public recreation initiatives targeting disadvantaged and disabled populations. Issuing bodies include state departments of natural resources and county conservation agencies operating in partnership with fish and boat commissions. The work scope encompasses procurement and delivery of live fish in specified sizes and quantities, with vendors responsible for transportation equipment, mortality guarantees, and compliance with state aquaculture licensing and insurance requirements.

Illinois Department of Natural Resources issued IFB B27-422DNR-RESCO-B-54517 for live hybrid sunfish (bluegill/green sunfish hybrids, 4"-6" length) to stock the Statewide Urban Fishing Program, with bids due November 4, 2026, seeking annual delivery of 132,257 fish across six regional categories and statewide special events. Montgomery County, Pennsylvania solicited responses for a 10-year sub-lease to operate a trout nursery facility rearing fingerling trout for public fishing opportunities, with submissions due June 4, 2026. Both opportunities carry domestic product preference, licensing requirements, and multi-year contract structures. Activity concentrates in Illinois and Pennsylvania, with the code showing modest recent posting volume overall.