UNSPSC 50584605: Non GMO lila malanga

The variety of Non GMO malanga known as Non GMO lila malanga. 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 50584605 Non GMO lila malanga is a Commodity code that covers fresh produce items — specifically specialty root vegetables and fresh fruits and vegetables — that state and local governments purchase through food service operations and procurement programs. The recent opportunities show the code is being applied across institutional food service contexts including park concessions, healthcare facility meal programs, state food procurement, and school nutrition programs. State and local issuing bodies soliciting under this code span county recreation departments, healthcare coalitions, state purchasing offices, and school district food service operations. The scope of work reflects what is actually being bought: fresh produce meeting quality standards, delivery timelines, and volume requirements; compliance with food safety regulations and USDA nutrition standards (such as whole-grain and low-sodium specifications); and pricing structures that accommodate seasonal availability and cost adjustments.

Recent activity is geographically dispersed but includes notable solicitations in Florida and Georgia. Collier County Board of County Commissioners posted an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) in October 2026 for food services at North Collier Regional Park, with a due date of March 6, 2025 — the solicitation covers concession operations across multiple athletic venues and requires vendors to provide diverse high-quality food and beverage options. Marion Health Care Coalition solicited produce proposals in August 2026 with an August 21, 2026 response date covering fresh fruits and vegetables for the 2026-2027 contract period. The State of Georgia issued a bid request in May 2026 for food, supplies, and other kitchen products with a June 22, 2026 deadline. Early County Board of Education in Georgia posted line-by-line food bids in May 2026 for approximately 300+ food items including vegetables, fruits, and specialty products supporting National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs, with a June 8, 2026 due date and a contract term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. School districts emphasize domestic sourcing preferences and products without artificial additives, while all vendors must comply with Buy American provisions and maintain HACCP plans.