UNSPSC 50582909: Non GMO scarola verde chicory

The variety of Non GMO chicory known as Non GMO scarola verde chicory. 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 50582909 Non GMO scarola verde chicory, a Commodity code, covers fresh produce — specifically leafy greens and vegetables — that state and local governments procure for food service operations. State and local buyers under this code include county park systems, school districts, health care coalitions, and state agencies operating centralized food procurement programs. The work involves supply of fresh produce meeting specified quality, freshness, and food-safety standards, with delivery schedules and volume commitments negotiated by contract term. Vendors typically bear responsibility for compliance with health codes, HACCP plans where required, and product recall procedures; they compete on price, delivery reliability, and ability to meet seasonal and nutritional specifications.

Recent opportunities show activity across Florida and Georgia. Collier County Board of County Commissioners posted an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) on October 8, 2026 for food services at North Collier Regional Park, with a response deadline of March 6, 2025; the scope includes fresh produce and food service across multiple venues, with a local-vendor preference worth 10 evaluation points. Marion Health Care Coalition sought produce proposals for the 2026-2027 contract period with a due date of August 21, 2026, covering fresh fruits and vegetables with food-safety compliance and seasonal pricing adjustments. Early County Board of Education requested line-by-line bids for approximately 300 food items including fresh vegetables and fruits for the National School Lunch Program, with bids due June 8, 2026, emphasizing domestic sourcing, whole-grain options, and products without added sugars or artificial additives. The State of Georgia posted a broader food and kitchen products bid on May 15, 2026 with a due date of June 22, 2026.