UNSPSC 50525503: Non GMO chapote/black persimmon

The variety of non GMO persimmons known as non GMO chapote/black persimmon. 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 50525503 Non GMO chapote/black persimmon is a Commodity code that nominally describes a specific fresh fruit item, but recent state and local opportunities show minimal activity directly aligned with this produce category. The recent solicitations posted under this code cover broad fresh produce procurement — including petite bananas, fresh fruits and vegetables for school breakfast and lunch programs, and general produce supply contracts — rather than the specific black persimmon variety the code names. School districts, county parks and recreation departments, and healthcare coalitions are the primary issuing bodies, soliciting fresh fruit and vegetable supply through RFB (request for bid), ITN (invitation to negotiate), and RFP mechanisms. Delivery, food safety compliance (HACCP plans, temperature control, traceability), and competitive pricing dominate evaluation criteria. Vendors face Buy American provisions in some districts, local-sourcing requirements (typically within 400 miles), and preferences for diverse-owned business certification where applicable.

Geographic activity concentrates in the Southeast and Upper Midwest, with recent solicitations from Georgia (Hancock County Schools, Bartow County Schools, Early County Schools, and the State of Georgia), Wisconsin (Madison Metropolitan School District), and Florida (Collier County). The most recent opportunities include Madison Metropolitan School District's RFB 4162 for petite bananas (bids due July 29, 2026, estimated annual value $78,000), Hancock County Board of Education's fresh produce IFB for the 2026-27 school year (bids due June 26, 2026), and Bartow County School System's RFP 10-2026-019 for local fresh fruits and vegetables sourced within 400 miles (proposal due June 22, 2026, award anticipated July 20, 2026). The code shows active procurement volume in school nutrition and institutional food service rather than black persimmon supply specifically; vendors pursuing this code should target broad fresh produce and specialty fruit supply to school districts and public institutions rather than narrowly on a single produce line.