UNSPSC 50526001: Non GMO chandler pomelo

The variety of non GMO pomelos known as non GMO chandler pomelo. 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 50526001 Non GMO chandler pomelo, a Commodity code, describes a specific fresh citrus fruit variety state and local governments procure for school nutrition programs, parks and recreation concession operations, health care facility food service, and produce distribution networks. Recent solicitations show school districts and county departments sourcing fresh produce—including citrus varieties, berries, melons, leafy greens, root vegetables, and specialty items—as components of broader food-service contracts serving child nutrition programs, athletic events, and community gatherings. The scope encompasses both standalone pomelo procurement and bundled fresh-fruit categories where pomelo may appear as a line item within larger produce arrays. Issuing bodies include independent school districts (Madison Metropolitan School District in Wisconsin, Hancock County Board of Education in Georgia, Bartow County School System in Georgia, Early County Board of Education in Georgia), county parks and recreation departments (Collier County in Florida), and specialized purchasing vehicles such as health care coalitions (Marion Health Care Coalition). A local-vendor preference, Buy American provisions for processed products, Wisconsin sourcing filters (400-mile radius), and set-asides for diverse-owned businesses appear across recent opportunities.

Recent activity spans Georgia, Wisconsin, and Florida. Representative solicitations include Hancock County Board of Education (Georgia) issuing an IFB for fresh produce covering over 200 line items including multiple apple, berry, melon, and citrus varieties, with sealed bids due June 26, 2026; Madison Metropolitan School District (Wisconsin) issuing RFBs for petite bananas (bids due July 29, 2026, estimated annual value $78,000) and fresh fruit and vegetable snacks sourced within 400 miles of Madison (bids due July 29, 2026, contingent on USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program federal grant approval); Bartow County School System (Georgia) requesting proposals for local fresh fruits and vegetables sourced within 400 miles, with proposals due June 22, 2026 and contract award anticipated July 20, 2026; and Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Florida) issuing an Invitation to Negotiate for food services at North Collier Regional Park and concession facilities, proposals due March 6, 2025, applying a 10-point local-vendor preference. School districts dominate the recent activity, with contract terms typically running one fiscal year (July through June) and emphasizing compliance with HACCP protocols, E-Verify verification, insurance requirements ($500,000 to $1,000,000 general liability), and food-safety documentation.