UNSPSC 50584507: Non GMO red leaf lettuce

The variety of Non GMO lettuce known as Non GMO red leaf 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 50584507 Non GMO red leaf lettuce (Commodity) captures fresh produce procurement by state and local governments, particularly school districts and public food-service operations that source vegetables for institutional meal programs and public-venue concessions. Recent opportunities show state and local buyers using this code to solicit fresh vegetables as part of broader food and produce contracts rather than as standalone line-item purchases. The issuing bodies include school districts (Early County Board of Education in Georgia), county parks and recreation departments (Collier County Board of County Commissioners in Florida), regional healthcare coalitions (Marion Health Care Coalition), and state procurement offices (State of Georgia). Work under the code centers on delivery and supply of fresh produce meeting food-safety compliance, USDA nutrition standards (including domestic-sourcing preferences and whole-grain or low-sodium formulations where applicable), seasonal availability, and contractual freshness guarantees.

Geographic activity clusters in Florida and Georgia based on recent postings. Early County Board of Education issued an IFB for line-by-line food bids covering approximately 300+ food items including fresh vegetables, with bids due June 8, 2026 and a contract period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. The State of Georgia posted an IFB for food, supplies, and other kitchen products with bids due June 22, 2026. Collier County Board of County Commissioners solicited via Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) for food services at North Collier Regional Park, with proposals due March 6, 2025, and Marion Health Care Coalition sought produce proposals for the 2026-2027 contract period, with proposals due August 21, 2026. School district contracts typically require compliance with USDA Buy American provisions, HACCP plans, general liability insurance, and E-Verify verification, while county and regional health operations prioritize vendor qualifications, food-safety certification, and local-vendor preferences worth evaluation points.