UNSPSC 50111547: Bison or buffalo, minimally processed without additions

Products from animals of the species Bison bison (American Bison) that have not been subject to any further manufacturing process such as being cooked, dried, cured, ground, or reformed. Products may be sliced, diced, or mechanically tenderized. Product additions such as an injected solution, marinade, sauce, seasoning, dry coating, stuffing, or filling are not present. Lead attributes: 1/ Refrigeration state 2/ Bison meat cut 3/ Boneless Claim 4/ Source 5/ Quality level 6/ Organic 7/ Religious law suitability claim 8/ Pack type

UNSPSC 50111547 Bison or buffalo, minimally processed without additions is a Commodity code that in practice captures fresh and minimally processed meat and protein sourcing for state and local foodservice programs, particularly school nutrition operations. The recent state and local opportunities under this code center on sourcing diverse protein and produce items for National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program compliance, including fresh meat, poultry, seafood, and dairy alongside fresh produce and eggs. Issuing bodies are predominantly school districts and state education procurement offices, with some state-level general supplies purchasing. The Douglas County School System in Georgia is a repeat buyer, procuring fresh produce and eggs through the GEC Buying Cooperative to serve 30 school districts across two geographic areas. Early County Board of Education and the State of Georgia also issued recent solicitations for food and kitchen products, with school districts emphasizing domestic sourcing preferences, whole-grain options, low-sodium formulations, and products without added sugars or artificial additives.

Recent activity concentrates in Georgia. The Douglas County School System issued RFP SN 26-004 on February 4, 2026, with a due date of March 4, 2026, for fresh produce and eggs covering approximately 72 line items across two geographic areas with estimated annual spending of $4.4 million for Area One and $1.1 million for Area Two, running July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Early County Board of Education posted an ITB on May 11, 2026, due June 8, 2026, for approximately 300+ food items and 60 non-food products supporting school meal programs across three schools with delivery Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., contract July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. The State of Georgia posted a broader food, supplies, and other kitchen products solicitation on May 15, 2026, due June 22, 2026. All recent opportunities emphasize line-item competitive bidding, price-documentation requirements tied to USDA or commodity reporting sources, multi-year contract terms with renewal options, and compliance with Buy American provisions, insurance minimums, and E-Verify requirements.