UNSPSC 50521567: Non GMO pomme d'api apples

The variety of non GMO apples known as non GMO pomme d'api apples. This means that they are produced without the use of methods that genetically modify organisms by means that are not possible under natural conditions. Such methods include cell fusion, microencapsulation and macro-encapsulation, and recombinant DNA technology (including gene deletion, gene doubling, introducing a foreign gene, and changing the positions of genes when achieved by recombinant DNA technology).

Traditional methods of breeding, conjugation, fermentation, hybridization, in vitro fertilization, or tissue culture are considered to be non-GMO.

UNSPSC 50521567 Non GMO pomme d'api apples is a Commodity code that captures fresh apple procurement by state and local food-service programs, though the recent opportunities recorded under this code span a broader range of produce and fresh-food sourcing than the specific code name suggests. State and local governments buying under this code are primarily school districts and county parks departments—issuing bodies responsible for meal programs, concession operations, and nutrition services that require regular deliveries of fresh fruits and vegetables. The work involves competitive bidding on fresh produce supply contracts with specifications covering product quality, delivery schedules, temperature and ripeness requirements, packaging standards, and compliance with food-safety regulations including HACCP plans and traceability documentation. Vendors must meet insurance minimums (typically $500,000 to $1,000,000 general liability), carry workers' compensation coverage, comply with E-Verify enrollment, and often submit affirmative action plans as a condition of award.

Recent activity is geographically concentrated in the Southeast, with school district solicitations in Georgia (Hancock County, Bartow County, Early County), Wisconsin (Madison Metropolitan School District), and county parks procurement in Florida (Collier County). The Marion Health Care Coalition in an unspecified state also solicited produce proposals in August 2026. Representative recent opportunities include the Madison Metropolitan School District RFB 4163 for fresh fruit and vegetable snacks, due July 29, 2026, which required produce sourced within 400 miles of Madison and within Wisconsin, with a 5% diverse-business preference and a $0.20 per-pound organic discount applied in price evaluation; the Hancock County Board of Education IFB #SN002-2027 for fresh produce spanning over 200 line items (apples, berries, vegetables, citrus, specialty fruits), sealed bids due June 26, 2026, with a 51% Buy American domestic-content requirement and delivery to three school sites; and the Bartow County School System RFP 10-2026-019 for local fresh fruits and vegetables sourced within 400 miles, due June 22, 2026, with weighted scoring emphasizing seasonal variety (25 points), cost (30 points), and product quality (15 points).