UNSPSC 50583004: Non GMO choy sum

The variety of Non GMO chinese cabbage known as Non GMO choy sum. 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 50583004 Non GMO choy sum is a Commodity code that covers the procurement of fresh non-GMO choy sum (Chinese broccoli) by state and local government entities, particularly school districts, health-care coalitions, county parks departments, and state procurement offices. Recent solicitations show choy sum sourced as part of broader fresh-produce and food-service contracts rather than as a standalone line item, reflecting how state and local governments typically aggregate vegetable procurement into comprehensive food-supply agreements. The issuing bodies include county boards of education managing child nutrition programs, county parks departments operating concession facilities, state agencies coordinating food procurement, and regional health-care coalitions supplying institutional food service. These buyers prioritize compliance with food-safety regulations, USDA nutrition standards, domestic sourcing where applicable, and delivery timelines that maintain product freshness and temperature control.

Recent activity shows the code seeing use across Georgia and Florida. Early County Board of Education (Georgia) posted a line-by-line food bid due June 8, 2026 encompassing approximately 300+ food items including vegetables and fruits for the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program; the State of Georgia posted a food, supplies, and other kitchen products bid due June 22, 2026. Collier County Board of County Commissioners Procurement Services Division (Florida) issued an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) due March 6, 2025 for food services at North Collier Regional Park, requiring diverse fresh-produce options across concession and water-park venues. Marion Health Care Coalition posted a produce procurement due August 21, 2026 for the 2026-2027 contract period. School districts and county parks departments emphasize vendor compliance with HACCP plans, product recall procedures, Buy American provisions where required, and competitive pricing; contracts typically run twelve months with renewal options and allow piggybacking by other jurisdictions on identical terms.