UNSPSC 50583710: Non GMO spanish morado garlic

The variety of Non GMO garlic known as Non GMO spanish morado garlic. 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 50583710 Non GMO spanish morado garlic is a Commodity code that describes specialty fresh produce, though recent state and local solicitations show the code is being applied broadly to general produce procurement and food-service contracting rather than specifically to this garlic variety. State and local governments use this code tier for fresh vegetable sourcing across food-service operations, including school lunch programs, county parks concessions, healthcare facilities, and state institutional food services. The issuing bodies span school districts, county governments, state departments, and healthcare coalitions, reflecting the widespread need for produce across multiple institutional settings. Work solicited includes line-by-line food bids encompassing multiple produce categories alongside dairy, meats, and non-food supplies; standalone produce vendor proposals covering fresh fruits and vegetables with delivery and quality guarantees; and food-service concession operations that require diverse produce sourcing as part of broader meal provision.

Recent opportunities posted across the South and Southeast show consistent activity. Early County Board of Education (Georgia) issued an IFB on May 11, 2026, due June 8, 2026, for line-by-line food bids covering approximately 300+ food items including vegetables and fruits for the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program across three schools, emphasizing domestic sourcing, whole-grain options, and low-sodium formulations with firm pricing for 15 days from award and escalation consideration on a six-month basis. Marion Health Care Coalition (Florida) posted a produce proposal request on August 7, 2026, due August 21, 2026, seeking fresh fruits and vegetables for the 2026-2027 contract period with quality standards and delivery timelines specified. The State of Georgia issued a food, supplies, and other kitchen products bid on May 15, 2026, due June 22, 2026. Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Florida) posted an Invitation to Negotiate on October 8, 2026, due March 6, 2025 (note: due date predates posting date, likely a data entry error), for food services including produce at North Collier Regional Park with a local-vendor preference worth 10 evaluation points and a three-year term with two one-year renewal options.