UNSPSC 50582000: Non GMO broccoli

The type of Non GMO vegetable known as Non GMO broccoli. 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 50582000 Non GMO broccoli is a Class code encompassing fresh produce procurement by state and local food service operations, though recent solicitations under this code reflect a broader produce-buying pattern than the code name alone suggests. State and local governments buy fresh fruits and vegetables—including but not limited to broccoli—for school lunch and breakfast programs, county parks concession operations, and healthcare facility food services. Recent opportunities show school districts and county governments soliciting produce on line-by-line bid bases for USDA-compliant meal programs, with emphasis on domestic sourcing, whole-grain accompaniments, low-sodium options, and products without artificial additives. Early County Board of Education requested bids covering approximately 300 food items including vegetables and fruits alongside proteins and dairy for three schools operating under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program, while Collier County sought food vendors for park concession services across multiple venues. The issuing-body mix spans school districts, county boards of commissioners, county health coalitions, and state procurement offices sourcing produce for educational nutrition programs, recreational facility food service, and institutional food operations.

Geographic recent activity centers on Georgia and Florida. Early County Board of Education (Georgia) posted a line-by-line food bid due June 8, 2026 covering produce and related items for three schools with contract term July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 and options to extend three months at bid pricing. Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Florida) issued an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) due March 6, 2025 for food services at North Collier Regional Park, requiring vendors to provide diverse food and beverage options including fresh produce across multiple venues with a 10-point local-vendor preference for entities meeting Collier or Lee County permanent business address and employee residency criteria. Marion Health Care Coalition (location not specified in posting) sought produce proposals due August 21, 2026 for the 2026-2027 contract period covering fresh fruits and vegetables with seasonal pricing adjustments. The State of Georgia posted a broader food, supplies, and other kitchen products bid due June 22, 2026, with full scope details in an attached document.