UNSPSC 50525102: Non GMO maradol papayas

The variety of non GMO papayas known as non GMO maradol papayas. 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 50525102 Non GMO maradol papayas, a Commodity code, describes fresh papaya procurement by state and local governments, though the recent opportunities block shows minimal direct solicitation for this specific item. The work actually being bought under this code spans fresh-produce supply for school nutrition programs, county parks and recreation food service, and healthcare facilities, with papayas appearing as one line item within much broader fresh-fruit-and-vegetable solicitations. School districts dominate the issuing-body mix, with multiple boards of education in Georgia and Wisconsin actively procuring fresh produce; county governments (Collier County in Florida, Hancock County in Georgia, and Bartow County in Georgia) and healthcare coalitions (Marion Health Care Coalition) also solicit produce regularly. State-level procurement appears in the mix as well, with the State of Georgia posting a food supplies bid in May 2026.

Geographic activity concentrates in Georgia and Wisconsin, with isolated activity in Florida. Representative recent opportunities include Madison Metropolitan School District's July 2026 RFB for fresh fruit and vegetable snacks (RFB 4163, due July 29, 2026) sourcing produce within 400 miles of Madison and within Wisconsin; Hancock County Board of Education's June 2026 IFB for fresh produce across 200+ line items including papayas, specialty melons, and citrus (IFB #SN002-2027, due June 26, 2026 with delivery to three school locations through June 30, 2027); Bartow County School System's RFP for local fresh fruits and vegetables (RFP 10-2026-019, due June 22, 2026) requiring sourcing within 400 miles with a July 20, 2026 award target; and Collier County's ITN for food services at North Collier Regional Park (ITN 258360, due March 6, 2025). Most school-district bids emphasize firm pricing with transportation included, HACCP plans, E-Verify compliance, Buy American provisions where applicable, and delivery windows early in the operating day; papayas and specialty tropical fruits typically appear as seasonal items alongside year-round staples like apples, berries, and root vegetables rather than as standalone procurements.