UNSPSC 50523107: Non GMO mediterranean figs

The variety of non GMO figs known as non GMO mediterranean figs. 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 50523107 Non GMO mediterranean figs (Commodity) shows significant recent activity centered on school district fresh produce procurement, though the code itself appears misaligned with actual solicitation scope. Recent state and local opportunities tagged under this code overwhelmingly target fresh fruits and vegetables for school nutrition programs—specifically bananas, apples, berries, leafy greens, root vegetables, and prepared produce items delivered to elementary and secondary schools. School districts dominate the issuing-body mix, with multiple Georgia counties (Glynn, Liberty, Muscogee, Savannah-Chatham, Douglas, Hancock, Bulloch) and independent districts in Texas (McAllen, Austin) and Florida (Hillsborough) actively procuring fresh produce through RFPs, RFQs, and IFBs for National School Lunch Program and USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program support. The State of Georgia also posted a food supplies solicitation in May 2026, though full scope details were not disclosed. One school nutrition director (Madison Metropolitan School District) issued two separate bids in July 2026—RFB 4162 for petite bananas (70–90 cases weekly; $78,000 estimated annual value; due July 29, 2026) and RFB 4163 for fresh fruit and vegetable snacks (5,900 weekly servings; sourced within 400 miles; due July 29, 2026).

Geographic concentration is heaviest in Georgia, where Glynn County, Liberty County, Muscogee County, Savannah-Chatham, Douglas County (as GEC Buying Cooperative hub), Hancock County, and Bulloch County all posted produce RFPs or IFBs between February and July 2026. Texas activity includes Austin ISD (RFP 26RFP034, due March 11, 2026) and McAllen ISD (RFP 2026-1029, due March 6, 2026); Florida includes Hillsborough County Public Schools (RFP 26039RFQDST, originally due March 11, 2026, with public meeting April 15, 2026). Wisconsin's Madison Metropolitan School District issued the most recent opportunities (due July 29, 2026). Representative recent solicitations include Glynn County Board of Education IFB 27-02 (approximately 60 produce line items; sealed bids due April 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM; weekly Tuesday delivery to 16 schools; contract July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027), Douglas County School System RFP SN 26-004 through GEC Buying Cooperative (72 line items across two geographic areas in Georgia; estimated $4.4 million Area One and $1.1 million Area Two; proposals due March 4, 2026), and Liberty County Board of Education IFB for food products (over 400 items; sealed bids April 29, 2026, at 9:00 AM; July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027). Cost-plus and line-item pricing models predominate; delivery frequency is typically weekly to biweekly; and Buy American, HACCP, traceability, and food-safety certifications are standard requirements across all jurisdictions.