UNSPSC 50584406: Non GMO split red lentils

The variety of Non GMO lentils known as Non GMO split red lentils. 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 50584406 Non GMO split red lentils is a Commodity code that captures legume products, particularly dried pulses, solicited by state and local food-service buyers — school districts, county parks departments, and healthcare coalitions — as components of broader food procurement programs. State and local agencies are buying these items as line items within large food-supply contracts for cafeteria operations, concession facilities, and institutional meal programs rather than as standalone specialty purchases. The issuing bodies span school districts (Early County Board of Education), county parks and recreation departments (Collier County), state procurement offices (State of Georgia), and healthcare entities (Marion Health Care Coalition). These buyers typically solicit food items as part of comprehensive bids that bundle proteins, vegetables, grains, dairy, and ancillary supplies under consolidated food-service contracts.

Recent activity shows solicitations concentrated in Georgia and Florida. Early County Board of Education (Georgia) posted a line-by-line food bid due June 8, 2026, covering approximately 300 food items including vegetables, fruits, and grains for the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program across three schools with a contract term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Florida) issued an Invitation to Negotiate for food services at North Collier Regional Park due March 6, 2025, requiring diverse food and beverage options across multiple venues. Marion Health Care Coalition posted a produce proposal solicitation due August 21, 2026, and the State of Georgia requested bids on food, supplies, and other kitchen products due June 22, 2026, though detailed specifications were not publicly summarized. School districts and parks departments account for the most visible recent activity, typically emphasizing domestic sourcing, whole-grain options, low-sodium formulations, and compliance with USDA nutrition standards and food-safety regulations including HACCP plans.