UNSPSC 50525014: Non GMO dream navel oranges

The variety of non GMO oranges known as non GMO dream navel oranges. 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 50525014 Non GMO dream navel oranges is a Commodity code that covers fresh citrus fruit procurement by state and local governments for food service operations across school districts, county parks, and healthcare facilities. The sourcing patterns in recent state and local activity diverge significantly from the specific commodity name; state and local buyers are purchasing a broad range of fresh produce — including bananas, mixed fruits and vegetables, apples, berries, root vegetables, citrus, melons, and specialty items — typically for school nutrition programs, park concessions, and institutional meal service. The issuing bodies include county boards of education (Hancock County, Early County, Madison Metropolitan, Bartow County in Georgia and Wisconsin), county commissioners (Collier County), and specialized purchasing entities such as Marion Health Care Coalition. School districts appear as the most frequent repeat buyers, with multiple solicitations for fresh produce, seasonal produce programs, and school lunch program support.

Recent activity concentrates in the Southeast, particularly Georgia and Wisconsin. Representative solicitations include Hancock County Board of Education's IFB for fresh produce spanning over 200 line items (due June 26, 2026, contract period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027), Madison Metropolitan School District's bid for petite bananas with estimated annual value of $78,000 (due July 29, 2026, contract term September 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027), Bartow County School System's RFP for local fresh fruits and vegetables sourced within 400 miles (due June 22, 2026, contract July 20, 2026 through June 30, 2027 with renewal options), and Collier County's ITN for food services at North Collier Regional Park (due March 6, 2025). Most school district procurements apply geographic or local-vendor preferences, USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program compliance, Buy American content thresholds, and require HACCP documentation and E-Verify authorization from vendors.