UNSPSC 50522803: Non GMO desert currants

The variety of non GMO currants known as non GMO desert currants. 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 50522803 Non GMO desert currants is a Commodity code tracking specialty produce items purchased by state and local food service operations, principally school districts and parks departments. The recent solicitations under this code show state and local procurement of fresh produce — ranging from individual commodity items such as petite bananas and fresh fruit snacks to comprehensive produce portfolios spanning apples, berries, leafy greens, root vegetables, melons, and citrus. Food service operations buy currants and related specialty fruits as components of school meal programs, park concession operations, health care facility meal service, and USDA-reimbursable fresh produce initiatives. Contracting entities include independent school districts (Madison Metropolitan, Hancock County, Early County, Bartow County), county parks departments (Collier County), county boards of education (Hancock County), health care coalitions, and state procurement offices. School districts dominate the activity, driven by National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program funding and federal Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program grants.

Recent opportunities span Georgia, Wisconsin, and Florida. Madison Metropolitan School District issued RFB 4163 for fresh fruit and vegetable snacks due July 29, 2026, specifying sourcing within 400 miles of Madison and Wisconsin with a 5% preference for diverse-owned vendors and a $0.20 per pound preference on organic produce; the district projects approximately 5,900 servings weekly. Hancock County Board of Education posted IFB #SN002-2027 for fresh produce due June 26, 2026, covering over 200 line items with delivery to three school locations and a contract term from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Bartow County School System issued RFP 10-2026-019 for local fresh fruits and vegetables due June 22, 2026, requiring sourcing within 400 miles and emphasizing seasonal variety and product quality through a 100-point weighted evaluation. Collier County Board of County Commissioners posted an Invitation to Negotiate for North Collier Regional Park food services due March 6, 2025, including concession operations at multiple park venues with a 10-point local-vendor preference. Early County Board of Education requested food bids due June 8, 2026 for approximately 300+ food items supporting breakfast and lunch programs. The State of Georgia issued a general food, supplies, and kitchen products bid due June 22, 2026. Marion Health Care Coalition sought produce proposals due August 21, 2026. Evaluation criteria across these opportunities consistently weight cost heavily (typically 30–40 points), compliance with food safety and HACCP standards, delivery performance and responsiveness, diversity certifications, and local or regional sourcing preferences.