UNSPSC 50355409: Frozen organic clapp favorite pears

The variety of organic pears known as organic clapp favorite pears that have been frozen for preservation.

UNSPSC 50355409 Frozen organic Clapp favorite pears (Commodity) represents a narrow specialty produce line within state and local school nutrition procurement, though the recent opportunities tagged under this code reflect much broader grocery and produce sourcing spanning dozens of product categories. State and local school districts, county boards of education, and independent school districts are the primary issuing bodies, with school nutrition programs dominating the market. The actual work being procured under this code—as evidenced by recent solicitations—covers comprehensive food service supply contracts encompassing frozen products, fresh produce, dairy, meats, grains, condiments, and related grocery items to support National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs across multiple school sites. Vendors must comply with Buy American provisions (minimum 51 percent domestic agricultural content), maintain HACCP plans with 24/7 food recall accessibility, carry general liability insurance typically ranging from $500,000 to $1 million per occurrence, meet USDA nutrition standards including whole-grain and low-sodium requirements, provide E-Verify authorization, and deliver to multiple school locations Monday through Friday. Pricing is firm fixed for the contract term with no separate fuel surcharges permitted, and payment terms run Net 30 to Net 45 days from delivery and inspection.

Recent activity spans Georgia, Connecticut, and Missouri. The Bridgeport Board of Education (Connecticut) issued an IFB for grocery items covering over 1,100 line items due June 30, 2026, with contract performance running July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Hancock County Board of Education (Georgia) solicited fresh produce under IFB SN002-2027 with bids due June 26, 2026, spanning over 200 fresh produce line items. The City Schools of Decatur (Georgia) issued an IFB for frozen foods and grocery items due May 15, 2026. Rockwood R-VI School District (Missouri) sought grocery items over approximately 900 line items with bids due April 29, 2026. The Douglas County School System (Georgia) issued an RFP for fresh produce and eggs through the GEC Buying Cooperative on behalf of 30 school districts with estimated spending of approximately $4.4 million to $1.1 million by geographic area, due March 4, 2026. These opportunities show consistent year-round activity with most contract terms running July 1 through June 30 to align with the school year, reflecting the recurring annual cycle of school nutrition procurement.