UNSPSC 50336900: Dried organic tamarillo

The type of organic fruit known as organic tamarillo that has been dried for preservation.

UNSPSC 50336900 Dried organic tamarillo is a Class code that in practice covers dried fruit and specialty produce items procured by state and local school nutrition programs and correctional facilities. Recent solicitations show school districts and state correctional agencies buying dried prunes, fresh produce spanning multiple apple varieties, berries, cruciferous and root vegetables, melons, citrus, leafy greens, peppers, tomatoes, and specialty items like kiwis, mangos, papayas, and starfruit to supply cafeteria and nutrition centers. The code also encompasses broader commodities procurement that includes proteins, dairy, grains, beverages, baking supplies, canned and fresh vegetables, and fruits for institutional foodservice. Issuing bodies include school districts (Hancock County Board of Education in Georgia, Bridgeport Board of Education in Connecticut), state education or nutrition agencies (Georgia), and state corrections departments (Texas Department of Criminal Justice). Buy American provisions requiring a minimum of 51 percent domestic agricultural commodity content in processed products appear consistently across opportunities, along with HACCP plans, E-Verify authorization, and comprehensive vendor compliance certifications.

Recent activity concentrates in the Southeast and Texas. Hancock County Schools in Georgia issued an IFB for fresh produce with a June 26, 2026 response deadline, covering over 200 line items for delivery to three school sites during the 2026–27 school year with firm pricing and transportation included. The City of Bridgeport, Connecticut Department of Public Purchases solicited commodities including eggs, poultry, cheese, beef, and fruit and vegetable products through an IFB due June 26, 2026, for delivery to its nutrition center with contract term through June 30, 2027. The Texas Department of Criminal Justice issued IFB No. 304T-26-300CF for approximately 382 line items of cafeteria food products spanning proteins, frozen entrees, dairy, grains, beverages, and produce across five geographic areas with response due May 4, 2026 (extended via Addendum No. 2), with contract term through August 31, 2027 plus optional renewals. TDCJ also procured whole, pitted dried prunes (Bid No. IW236532) with a February 20, 2026 response deadline and 1,400-box minimum order for Corpus Christi delivery.