UNSPSC 50584506: Non GMO mizuna lettuce

The variety of Non GMO lettuce known as Non GMO mizuna lettuce. 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 50584506 Non GMO mizuna lettuce is a Commodity code covering specialty fresh produce items sourced by state and local governments for food service operations. Recent state and local solicitations under this code show purchasing focused on fresh vegetables and produce for institutional food service, including school nutrition programs, county parks concessions, healthcare facilities, and state government operations. The work involves supplying fresh produce meeting quality, freshness, and food-safety standards with delivery and logistics coordination. Issuing bodies span school districts, county governments, state agencies, and healthcare coalitions — Early County Board of Education, Collier County Board of County Commissioners, Marion Health Care Coalition, and the State of Georgia have all posted produce procurement in the recent window.

Procurement activity appears concentrated in the South, with visible recent opportunities in Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina. The Early County Board of Education's FY27 Food Bid (due June 8, 2026, IFB format) encompasses approximately 300+ food items including vegetables and fruits for the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program across three schools, with an emphasis on domestic sourcing, whole-grain options, and products without added sugars or artificial additives. Collier County Board of County Commissioners issued an Invitation to Negotiate (due March 6, 2025) for food services at North Collier Regional Park and concession facilities, requiring diverse food and beverage options with local-vendor preference worth 10 evaluation points for businesses meeting Collier or Lee County residency criteria. Marion Health Care Coalition posted a Produce Proposals solicitation (due August 21, 2026) for fresh fruits and vegetables with delivery and seasonal pricing adjustments. The State of Georgia requested bids on food, supplies, and other kitchen products (due June 22, 2026), with full scope in the attached solicitation document. All contracts emphasize compliance with food-safety regulations, product freshness guarantees, and timely delivery.