UNSPSC 50201712: Tea drinks

UNSPSC 50201712 Tea drinks is a Commodity code that in practice encompasses a much broader array of food and beverage items than the code name suggests — state and local governments procure these supplies primarily as part of comprehensive food service and nutrition programs rather than as standalone beverage items. Recent solicitations show school districts and state education agencies buying tea drinks alongside produce, dairy, grains, meats, condiments, and prepared entrees as integrated components of child nutrition services and institutional food supply contracts. The issuing bodies are predominantly school districts and school systems, supplemented by state agencies managing food procurement across multiple jurisdictions. Rockwood R-VI School District in Missouri and Douglas County School System in Georgia appear as active repeat buyers, with the latter soliciting through cooperative purchasing vehicles that serve multiple districts simultaneously.

Georgia dominates recent activity under this code, with the Douglas County School System issuing multiple RFPs covering fresh produce and eggs (SN 26-004, due March 4, 2026) and food supply and distribution services (SN 26-003, due February 18, 2026) through the GEC Buying Cooperative, each representing estimated annual spending in the low millions of dollars and serving dozens of school districts across two geographic areas. Missouri activity includes the Rockwood R-VI School District's IFB for grocery items spanning over 900 line items for the 2026–27 school year (due April 29, 2026), with daily participation of approximately 6,900 lunch and 900 breakfast participants across a student enrollment of just under 19,000 students. Georgia's State Department of Education also posted a general food, supplies, and other kitchen products bid (PE55645NONST2026000000009, due June 22, 2026). All three jurisdictions require firm pricing for the full contract term, emphasis on delivery logistics and compliance with USDA or state nutrition standards, and proof of adequate insurance and federal compliance certifications.