UNSPSC 50581911: Non GMO d'egypte beets

The variety of Non GMO beets known as Non GMO d'egypte beets. 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 50581911 Non GMO d'egypte beets, a Commodity code, frames produce and fresh vegetables procured by state and local food service operations — school districts, county parks and recreation departments, healthcare coalitions, and state agencies sourcing for dining and concession programs. The solicitations under this code show demand for fresh produce meeting food-safety compliance, quality standards, and often domestic sourcing or specialty specifications; state and local buyers emphasize freshness guarantees, delivery timelines, seasonal availability adjustments, and adherence to USDA nutritional or organic standards where applicable. Issuing bodies span county parks departments, independent school districts, regional health-care coalitions, and state procurement offices, with school districts appearing as repeat buyers for National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program provisioning.

Recent activity is concentrated in Georgia and Florida. Early County Board of Education in Georgia posted a line-by-line food bid due June 8, 2026 covering approximately 300 food items including vegetables and fruits as part of the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program across three schools, with contracts running July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 and options to extend. Collier County Board of County Commissioners in Florida issued an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) for food services at North Collier Regional Park due March 6, 2025, requiring diverse food and beverage options including fresh produce across concession facilities. Marion Health Care Coalition posted a produce proposal solicitation due August 21, 2026 for provision and delivery of fresh fruits and vegetables for the 2026-2027 contract period. The State of Georgia requested bids on food, supplies, and other kitchen products due June 22, 2026. School district and county park concessions dominate recent solicitation volume; response timelines typically span 30 to 60 days from posting.