UNSPSC 50534628: Dried non GMO korean melons

The variety of non GMO melons known as non GMO korean melons that have been dried for preservation. 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 50534628 Dried non-GMO Korean melons is a Commodity code that sees minimal direct recent procurement activity under its specific product name in state and local contracting. The recent opportunities posted under this code do not reflect solicitation of dried Korean melons themselves; instead, the opportunities span broad grocery procurement, fresh produce, and food service contracts. State and local governments soliciting under this code are purchasing food and consumable products as part of larger institutional food service programs serving school districts, healthcare facilities, and senior nutrition programs. The issuing bodies include school districts (Bridgeport Board of Education, Hancock County Board of Education, Pascagoula-Gautier School District), county governments (Hillsborough County), and state health agencies (Texas Health and Human Services Commission, State of Georgia). Most recent opportunities bundle dried or processed produce items within commodity categories alongside fresh produce, condiments, and other kitchen supplies rather than isolating individual dried-fruit SKUs for stand-alone procurement.

Recent activity spans Connecticut, Texas, Georgia, Florida, and Mississippi. The City of Bridgeport Department of Public Purchases posted an RFP for over 1,100 grocery line items due June 30, 2026, supporting the Bridgeport Board of Education's National School Lunch Program with Buy American requirements and 48-hour emergency delivery capability. Hancock County Board of Education in Georgia posted an IFB for fresh produce covering over 200 line items with a June 26, 2026 response date and a July 1, 2026 contract start. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission posted an IFB (HHS0017449) for food and consumable products serving the El Paso State Supported Living Center with a July 11, 2026 due date and a historical annual value of $1.5 million. The Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners in Florida posted an ITB for senior meal preparation and delivery services at an estimated $17.8 million over three years with a June 25, 2026 response date. No recent solicitations isolate dried Korean melons as a distinct line item or primary procurement focus.