UNSPSC 50415101: Organic artist okra

The variety of organic okra known as organic artist okra

UNSPSC 50415101 Organic artist okra is a Commodity code representing fresh produce items, specifically organic vegetables, that state and local governments procure for food service operations. State and local buyers under this code include county parks and recreation departments, health care coalitions, state agencies, and school districts operating food service programs. The scope of work centers on the provision and delivery of fresh produce meeting specified quality standards, food safety compliance, and seasonal availability, with vendors responsible for maintaining product freshness and supporting USDA compliance requirements where applicable. Recent solicitations show school districts and county parks emphasizing domestic sourcing preferences, low-sodium and additive-free options, and detailed product specifications aligned with National School Lunch Program standards. County parks departments seek diverse fresh vegetable options across multiple concession venues, while health care coalitions and state procurement offices source produce through line-item bidding with cost proposals and delivery timelines specified in contract documents.

Recent activity appears concentrated in the Southeast, with documented solicitations from Collier County, Florida (ITN for North Collier Regional Park Food Services, response due March 6, 2025), Marion Health Care Coalition (proposals due August 21, 2026), the State of Georgia (bids due June 22, 2026), and Early County Board of Education in Georgia (line-by-line food bids due June 8, 2026). Early County's FY27 food bid represents a substantial school-district opportunity encompassing approximately 300+ food items including vegetables and fruits, with contract term July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 and renewal options available. All vendors responding to school-district and state solicitations must comply with Buy American provisions, HACCP food-safety plans, general liability insurance requirements ($500,000 minimum in the Early County case), E-Verify enrollment, and debarment verification for awards exceeding $25,000. The Collier County parks ITN offers a three-year contract term with two one-year renewal options and features a 10-point local-vendor preference for businesses meeting Collier or Lee County residency criteria.