UNSPSC 50405713: Perricholi potatoe

A recently developed variety of potatoe popular in Peru. Papa Perrichilo, named after the stage actress Michaela Villegas, is similar to the Papa Blanca (white potato); sweet and watery, ideal for frying. Because it does not change color or get brownish after peeling the Papa Perricholi is often used in commercial kitchens, restaurants and for industrially made French fries.

UNSPSC 50405713 Perricholi potato, a Commodity code, captures state and local procurement of fresh potatoes and potato products for institutional food service, encompassing both fresh produce delivery and processed potato items such as frozen french fries and hash brown patties for cafeteria, canteen, and dietary operations. Texas state agencies and school districts form the primary buyer base, with Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, and Georgia school systems representing the most active recent solicitors; activity extends to county parks departments, mental health facilities, and correctional institutions across multiple states.

State and local governments buy under this code to supply dining facilities at state-supported living centers, correctional facilities, mental health hospitals, school nutrition programs, and senior services. Representative recent opportunities include the Texas Health and Human Services Commission issuing IFB HHS0018082 for consumable foods including potatoes and potato products for the Lufkin State Supported Living Center (due October 23, 2026), the Texas Department of Criminal Justice requesting bids for bulk white potatoes for canning under IFB IW253099 (due June 23, 2026), the Illinois Department of Corrections requesting quotes for fresh produce including potatoes delivered bi-weekly to Joliet Treatment Center under small business set-aside (due September 3, 2026), and the Dougherty County Board of Education School Nutrition Program requesting sealed bids for fresh produce including potatoes to supply 24 school sites during the 2026-2027 school year (due June 16, 2026). Geographic activity concentrates in Texas and Georgia, with secondary activity in Illinois and Florida. Issuing bodies span state health and human services departments, correctional systems, school districts, and county parks and recreation departments; delivery requirements typically specify FOB Destination with prepaid freight, compliance with USDA grading standards where applicable, and bi-weekly to monthly ordering cycles with lead times of one to two weeks.