UNSPSC 50582801: Non GMO fordhook giant chard

The variety of Non GMO chard known as Non GMO fordhook giant chard. 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 50582801 Non GMO fordhook giant chard is a Commodity code that encompasses specialty produce items used in state and local food service operations, including parks and recreation concessions, healthcare facility meal programs, school nutrition programs, and institutional food services. The recent solicitations tagged under this code reveal that state and local governments purchase fresh produce through a mix of competitive bidding processes driven by operational needs across multiple venue types — water parks and recreation facilities, healthcare coalitions, state purchasing programs, and school districts managing National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs. Vendors competing under this code must meet food safety compliance, deliver products to specification (including organic or non-GMO certifications when required), maintain quality and freshness standards, and often accommodate seasonal availability and price-adjustment provisions. School district procurements emphasize domestic sourcing, whole-grain and low-sodium formulations where applicable, and whole-fresh-produce options without added sugars or artificial additives.

Recent opportunities span multiple states and issuing bodies. Collier County, Florida (Parks and Recreation Division) issued an ITN for food services at North Collier Regional Park with a response date of March 6, 2025, requiring vendors to provide diverse food and beverage options including fresh produce across concession and park facilities. The State of Georgia posted a general food and kitchen products bid (Solicitation PE55645NONST2026000000009) due June 22, 2026. Early County Board of Education in Georgia solicited line-by-line bids for approximately 300+ food items including vegetables and fruits to support school meal programs, with bids due June 8, 2026 and a contract period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Marion Health Care Coalition solicited produce vendor proposals due August 21, 2026 for 2026-2027 operations. The code shows activity concentrated in school districts and parks departments, with Georgia and Florida representing recent procurement activity.