UNSPSC 50581602: Non GMO franklin asparagus

The variety of Non GMO asparagus known as Non GMO franklin asparagus. 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 50581602 Non GMO franklin asparagus (Commodity) covers fresh asparagus products procured by state and local governments for food service and institutional meal programs. State and local buyers under this code include school districts, county parks and recreation departments, healthcare coalitions, and state procurement offices. The work being solicited involves supplying fresh produce to support cafeteria operations, concession facilities, and institutional kitchens, with vendors typically required to meet food safety standards, delivery schedules, and quality specifications established by the buying entity.

Recent activity shows procurement spread across Georgia, Florida, and Marion County (jurisdiction not specified in source). The Early County Board of Education issued a line-by-line food bid (ITB, due June 8, 2026) covering approximately 300+ food items including fresh vegetables and fruits for the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program across three schools, emphasizing domestic sourcing and products without added sugars or artificial additives. The State of Georgia solicited food, supplies, and other kitchen products (IFB, due June 22, 2026) with scope and pricing contained in an attached document. Collier County Board of County Commissioners issued an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN, due March 6, 2025) for food services at North Collier Regional Park and concession facilities, requiring food vendors to provide diverse fresh food and beverage options; a local-vendor preference worth 10 evaluation points applies to vendors meeting Collier or Lee County permanent business address and employee residency criteria. Marion Health Care Coalition solicited produce proposals (due August 21, 2026) for the 2026-2027 contract period covering fresh fruits and vegetables with delivery according to operational needs.