UNSPSC 50523431: Non GMO emperatriz grapes

The variety of non GMO table grapes known as non GMO emperatriz grapes. 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 50523431 Non GMO Emperatriz Grapes, a Commodity code, describes fresh produce items that state and local governments procure for food service operations—principally school districts, county parks departments, healthcare coalitions, and educational institutions. The recent solicitations under this code show that purchasing agencies are buying fresh fruits and vegetables in bulk for cafeteria, concession, and nutrition-program operations, with specifications ranging from individual commodity items (petite bananas, apples, berries) to broader produce categories. School districts dominate the issuing-body mix, with Madison Metropolitan School District, Hancock County Board of Education, Early County Board of Education, and Bartow County School System all posting multiple bids for fresh produce contracts in recent months. County parks and recreation departments (Collier County Board of County Commissioners) and healthcare coalitions (Marion Health Care Coalition) also solicit under this code, though less frequently. The scope of work typically requires vendors to meet food-safety certifications, maintain delivery schedules, comply with HACCP plans, carry liability insurance, and often source produce locally or domestically where specified.

Recent activity concentrates in the Southeast and Midwest. Madison Metropolitan School District (Wisconsin) posted bids in July 2026 for petite bananas (RFB 4162, due July 29, 2026, estimated annual value $78,000) and fresh fruit and vegetable snacks (RFB 4163, due July 29, 2026, emphasizing Wisconsin sourcing within 400 miles). Hancock County Board of Education (Georgia) solicited fresh produce for the 2026-27 school year via IFB #SN002-2027 (bids due June 26, 2026) covering over 200 line items spanning apples, berries, cruciferous vegetables, and specialty fruits. Bartow County School System (Georgia) requested proposals for local fresh fruits and vegetables (RFP 10-2026-019, due June 22, 2026) requiring sourcing within 400 miles. Early County Board of Education (Georgia) posted a line-by-line food bid (due June 8, 2026) encompassing 300+ food items. Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Florida) issued an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN, due March 6, 2025) for food services at North Collier Regional Park with a local-vendor preference worth 10 evaluation points for Collier or Lee County–based businesses. Geographic preferences and Buy American provisions appear regularly; school districts often weight cost at 40% and emphasize delivery reliability, food safety compliance, and seasonal variety.