UNSPSC 50582504: Non GMO chantenay carrots

The variety of Non GMO carrots known as Non GMO chantenay carrots. 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 50582504 Non GMO chantenay carrots, a Commodity code, represents fresh produce procurement by state and local jurisdictions for food service operations. State and local governments buy under this code primarily through school districts, county parks departments, regional health coalitions, and state procurement offices sourcing fresh vegetables for cafeterias, concession facilities, and institutional food service. The work involves supply of fresh produce meeting food safety and quality standards, with compliance to USDA specifications and domestic sourcing preferences where applicable. Issuing bodies include county boards of education, county parks and recreation divisions, state departments, and regional health care coalitions.

Recent opportunities span Georgia, Florida, and other states. The Early County Board of Education (Georgia) issued an IFB on May 11, 2026 (due June 8, 2026) for line-by-line food bids covering 300+ items including vegetables and fruits for the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program, with emphasis on domestic sourcing, whole-grain options, and low-sodium formulations across three schools for the July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 contract period. Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Florida) posted an Invitation to Negotiate on October 8, 2026 (due March 6, 2025) for food services at North Collier Regional Park, requiring diverse food and beverage options across multiple venues with a local-vendor preference worth 10 evaluation points for vendors meeting Collier or Lee County permanent business address and residency criteria. Marion Health Care Coalition posted a produce proposal solicitation on August 7, 2026 (due August 21, 2026) for fresh fruits and vegetables according to operational needs and quality standards. The State of Georgia issued a bid request on May 15, 2026 (due June 22, 2026) for food, supplies, and other kitchen products.