UNSPSC 50582708: Non GMO golden self-blanching celery

The variety of Non GMO celery known as Non GMO golden self-blanching celery. 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 50582708 Non GMO golden self-blanching celery is a Commodity code capturing fresh vegetable procurement by state and local agencies, most commonly school districts, county parks and recreation departments, healthcare coalitions, and state food-service operations. The recent opportunities show state and local buyers sourcing fresh produce as part of broader food-service contracts — cafeteria operations, park concessions, health-care facility meal programs, and summer feeding initiatives. Buyers emphasize food-safety compliance, delivery logistics, quality standards, and seasonal pricing adjustments; some specify domestic sourcing preference and specific product formulations (e.g., whole-grain bread, low-sodium items, or products without added sugars). The code sits within the larger procurement universe of institutional food service where fresh vegetables are line items within multi-category produce and food-supply bids rather than standalone category-wide solicitations.

Recent activity spans Georgia, Florida, and the Southeast. Early County Board of Education (Georgia) issued a line-by-line food bid due June 8, 2026, encompassing approximately 300 food items including vegetables and fruits as part of the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program across three schools; the contract runs July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 with renewal options. The State of Georgia posted a food, supplies, and other kitchen products bid due June 22, 2026. Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Florida) issued an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) for food services at North Collier Regional Park and Sun N Fun Water Park with proposals due March 6, 2025, requiring diverse food and beverage options and emphasizing local-vendor preference. Marion Health Care Coalition posted a produce vendor proposal due August 21, 2026, for 2026-2027 operations. Most opportunities require HACCP compliance, general liability insurance ($500,000 to $1,000,000), E-Verify enrollment, and food-safety certification; school contracts apply Buy American provisions and allow piggybacking by other districts.