UNSPSC 50416609: Organic curcibita squash

The variety of organic winter squashes and organic winter pumpkins known as organic curcibita squash

UNSPSC 50416609 Organic curcibita squash, a Commodity code, covers fresh organic winter squash (butternut, acorn, delicata, and similar varieties) procured by state and local governments for food service operations. Recent solicitations show state and local buyers purchasing organic squash as part of broader produce and food-service contracts spanning school districts, county parks and recreation departments, state procurement offices, and health care organizations. The work involves vendor selection to supply fresh produce meeting quality, delivery, food-safety, and pricing specifications, often with preferences for domestic sourcing, seasonal availability adjustments, and compliance with USDA nutrition standards and organic certification requirements.

Recent activity spans multiple jurisdictions and issuing bodies. Early County Board of Education (Georgia) issued a line-by-line food bid due June 8, 2026 covering approximately 300 food items including vegetables and fruits for school breakfast and lunch programs across three schools, with domestic sourcing preferences and low-sodium and low-sugar formulations emphasized. The Marion Health Care Coalition issued produce proposals due August 21, 2026 seeking fresh fruits and vegetables for the 2026-2027 contract period. Collier County Board of County Commissioners Procurement Services Division solicited food services via Invitation to Negotiate for North Collier Regional Park due March 6, 2025, requiring diverse food and beverage options across multiple venues. The State of Georgia posted a food, supplies, and other kitchen products bid due June 22, 2026. Geographic spread includes Georgia (Early County Schools and state-level procurement) and Florida (Collier County), with activity concentrated among school districts and county government food-service operations.