UNSPSC 50583805: Non GMO fuzzy/hairy melon

The variety of Non GMO gourds known as Non GMO fuzzy/hairy melon. 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 50583805 Non GMO fuzzy/hairy melon is a Commodity code that nominally refers to a specific produce item, though state and local procurement activity under this code does not currently reflect demand for that particular product. Recent solicitations tagged to this code actually cover broad fresh-produce procurement across multiple food-service contexts—from regional parks and healthcare facilities to school districts and state agencies. The issuing bodies span county governments (Collier County), healthcare coalitions (Marion Health Care Coalition), school districts (Early County Board of Education), and state departments (State of Georgia). The work involves procurement of fresh fruits, vegetables, and related food supplies delivered to multiple operational sites, with typical requirements including USDA compliance, food-safety documentation, temperature-controlled delivery, and competitive line-item pricing.

Activity appears concentrated in Georgia and Florida, with recent bids posted between May and October 2026. Representative opportunities include Early County Board of Education's line-by-line food bid (IFB, due June 8, 2026) for 300+ food items and 60+ non-food products to support school lunch and breakfast programs across three schools with July 1, 2026 contract start; Marion Health Care Coalition's produce proposals (RFQ, due August 21, 2026) for fresh fruits and vegetables for the 2026-2027 period; Collier County Board of County Commissioners' food services ITN for North Collier Regional Park (due March 6, 2025, posted October 8, 2026) requiring concession vendors to supply diverse food and beverage across multiple park venues; and the State of Georgia's general food and kitchen supplies bid (IFB, due June 22, 2026). The code shows little targeted activity specific to non-GMO fuzzy or hairy melons; it functions as a catch-all category for produce-related solicitations that typically prioritize domestic sourcing, whole-grain options, low-sodium formulations, and HACCP compliance.