UNSPSC 50584900: Non GMO nightshades

The type of Non GMO vegetable known as Non GMO nightshades. 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 50584900 Non GMO nightshades is a Class code representing fresh produce procurement by state and local food service operations. State and local governments soliciting under this code are buying fresh fruits and vegetables for institutional food service — school meal programs, county parks concessions, and healthcare facility dining. The issuing bodies span school districts, county governments, and special-purpose health coalitions. Early County Board of Education in Georgia exemplifies the school-district buyer, soliciting line-by-line bids for approximately 300+ food items including vegetables and fruits supporting the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. Collier County in Florida, through its Parks and Recreation Division, is seeking food vendors to operate concessions at North Collier Regional Park, including the Sun N Fun Water Park, with menu variety evaluation criteria that encompass produce-based offerings. Marion Health Care Coalition is sourcing fresh produce for the 2026-2027 contract period with emphasis on delivery timelines, quality standards, and volume requirements. These buyers typically prioritize domestic sourcing, low-sodium and low-sugar formulations, whole-grain options where applicable, food safety compliance (HACCP plans, state documentation), and competitive pricing under firm-price or indexed escalation terms.

Recent activity concentrates in Florida and Georgia. Early County Board of Education issued an ITB due June 8, 2026, covering produce alongside meat, dairy, and non-food supplies for three schools with a July 1, 2026 contract start. Collier County issued an Invitation to Negotiate due March 6, 2025, for diverse food and beverage options across park venues, with local-vendor preference worth 10 evaluation points and a three-year contract term plus two one-year renewals. Marion Health Care Coalition posted a produce proposal solicitation due August 21, 2026. The State of Georgia also issued a food, supplies, and kitchen products bid due June 22, 2026, with scope details in the attached solicitation document. School districts typically enforce Buy American provisions, require liability insurance ($500,000 minimum), mandate E-Verify compliance, and permit piggybacking by other districts on identical terms; pricing remains firm for 15 days post-award with escalation or de-escalation reviewed on a six-month basis against USDA Agricultural Marketing Service or Consumer Price Index benchmarks.