UNSPSC 50581739: Non GMO k-5 avocados

The variety of Non GMO avocados known as Non GMO k-5 avocados. 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 50581739 Non GMO K-5 avocados, a Commodity code, represents fresh produce procurement by state and local governments, specifically non-GMO avocados suitable for food service and school nutrition programs. State and local buyers under this code include county parks and recreation departments, school districts, healthcare coalitions, and state procurement offices. The work involves sourcing, quality assurance, and delivery of fresh produce meeting food-safety standards, domestic-sourcing preferences where applicable, and specific nutritional or production certifications such as non-GMO status. Recent solicitations show that school districts emphasize low-sodium, whole-grain, and additive-free product options; parks departments require diverse menu variety and competitive pricing across concession venues; and healthcare coalitions seek reliable delivery timelines and seasonal pricing adjustments. Vendors typically bear operational costs and maintenance while jurisdictions provide facilities and equipment at negotiated rates.

Recent activity spans multiple states and issuing bodies. The Early County Board of Education in Georgia posted a line-by-line food bid (PE55045NONST2027000000006, due June 8, 2026) covering 300+ produce and food items for the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program across three schools, with domestic sourcing and whole-grain preferences emphasized. Collier County in Florida solicited food-services proposals via ITN (258360, due March 6, 2025) for North Collier Regional Park concessions, requiring menu variety and competitive pricing with a 10-point local-vendor preference. Marion Health Care Coalition posted a produce vendors RFP (SP0040000017708, due August 21, 2026) covering fresh fruits and vegetables for the 2026-2027 period. The State of Georgia issued a food, supplies, and kitchen products bid (PE55645NONST2026000000009, due June 22, 2026) with detailed scope in the attached solicitation document. School districts and county procurement offices represent the most active issuing bodies under the code.