UNSPSC 50583000: Non GMO chinese cabbages

The variety of Non GMO cabbages known as Non GMO chinese cabbages. 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 50583000 Non GMO chinese cabbages is a Class code that encompasses fresh produce procurement, particularly vegetables and fruits sourced for food service operations across institutional and public facilities. State and local governments buy under this code primarily through food-service and institutional-supply channels — school districts, county parks and recreation departments, healthcare coalitions, and state purchasing offices all solicit produce and fresh vegetables to support cafeterias, food-service concessions, and institutional meal programs. The code captures a mix of standalone produce purchases and bundled food procurement that includes vegetables as line items within broader food-service bids. Recent solicitations emphasize quality standards, food-safety compliance (including HACCP plans where required), delivery timelines, seasonal availability, and domestic sourcing preferences where applicable.

The most recent activity spans Georgia, Florida, and at least one county-level healthcare provider. The State of Georgia posted a bid for food, supplies, and other kitchen products in May 2026; Early County Board of Education (Georgia) issued a line-by-line food bid due June 8, 2026 covering approximately 300 food items including vegetables and fruits for the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs; Marion Health Care Coalition posted a produce-specific RFQ due August 21, 2026; and Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Florida) issued an Invitation to Negotiate for food services at North Collier Regional Park due March 6, 2025. School districts dominate recent activity, followed by county recreation and healthcare purchasing. Geographic spread remains limited in the recent-opportunities block, though the Georgia state procurement and Florida county solicitations suggest activity in the Southeast. Pricing and contract terms vary — school-district bids typically run a 12-month fiscal year with renewal options, while park-concession contracts span three years with renewal periods.