UNSPSC 50525841: Non GMO interspecific type plums

The variety of non GMO plums known as non GMO interspecific type plums. 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 50525841 Non GMO interspecific type plums is a Commodity code under which state and local governments procure fresh produce, particularly for school nutrition programs and regional food service operations. The recent solicitations under this code show that state and local buyers are purchasing fresh fruits and vegetables—including a broad range of citrus, berries, melons, stone fruits, and specialty items—for school lunch and breakfast programs, county parks and recreation concession facilities, and healthcare coalition food service. The work involves delivery of product meeting specific ripeness, size, temperature, and quality standards; compliance with food safety, traceability, and HACCP documentation requirements; and adherence to Buy American provisions and domestic sourcing preferences where specified by the buyer. Vendors must carry liability insurance, complete E-Verify authorization, and often meet state and local set-asides for diverse-owned business enterprises (MBE, WBE, DBE status). School districts and county boards of education dominate the issuing-body mix, with secondary activity from regional parks departments, healthcare coalitions, and state-level procurement offices.

Recent activity spans multiple states, with Georgia (Hancock County Schools, Bartow County Schools, Early County Schools, and the State of Georgia) showing the heaviest concentration, followed by Wisconsin (Madison Metropolitan School District) and Florida (Collier County). Representative recent opportunities include the Hancock County Board of Education's June 2026 IFB for fresh produce spanning over 200 line items (apples, berries, cruciferous and root vegetables, citrus, specialty fruits) for the 2026-27 school year; the Bartow County School System's May 2026 RFP for local fresh fruits and vegetables sourced within 400 miles; Madison Metropolitan School District's July 2026 RFBs for petite bananas ($78,000 annual value, weekly usage 70-90 cases) and fresh fruit and vegetable snacks for the USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program; and Collier County's October 2026 ITN for food services at North Collier Regional Park, which includes procurement of diverse food and beverage options for concession operations. Contract terms typically run one school or fiscal year (July through June) with renewal options, and response dates cluster in May through August ahead of school-year procurement cycles.