UNSPSC 50416608: Organic crown prince squash

The variety of organic winter squashes and organic winter pumpkins known as organic crown prince squash

UNSPSC 50416608 Organic crown prince squash is a Commodity code under which state and local governments procure fresh produce — specifically organic crown prince squash and related fresh fruits and vegetables — for food service operations. Recent opportunities show procurement spanning school nutrition programs, county park concessions, healthcare facility food service, and statewide food supply contracts. The work involves sourcing and delivering fresh produce to meet operational requirements, with emphasis on quality standards, food safety compliance, and delivery timelines. Issuing bodies include school districts (Early County Board of Education), county governments (Collier County Board of County Commissioners), healthcare coalitions (Marion Health Care Coalition), and state agencies (State of Georgia). Many solicitations emphasize domestic sourcing preferences, seasonal availability adjustments, and compliance with USDA nutrition standards and whole-grain specifications where applicable.

Geographic activity spans Georgia, Florida, and Marion County across recent postings. Early County Schools (Georgia) issued a line-by-line food and non-food bid for National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program support due June 8, 2026, encompassing 300+ food items including vegetables and fruits with domestic sourcing and low-sodium preferences. Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Florida) issued an Invitation to Negotiate for food services at North Collier Regional Park due March 6, 2025, requiring diverse food and beverage options across multiple venues with a 10-point local-vendor preference for Collier or Lee County–based businesses. Marion Health Care Coalition sought produce proposals for the 2026-2027 contract period due August 21, 2026. The State of Georgia posted a broader food, supplies, and other kitchen products bid due June 22, 2026. Contract terms typically run one fiscal year with renewal or extension options, and vendors commonly must provide proof of liability insurance ($500,000 to $1 million), E-Verify enrollment, food safety compliance documentation, and monthly reporting.