UNSPSC 50585104: Non GMO buffalo onions

The variety of Non GMO onions known as Non GMO buffalo onions. 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 50585104 Non GMO buffalo onions is a Commodity code that frames fresh produce procurement, though recent state and local solicitations under this code focus on broader food-service provision rather than buffalo onions specifically. State and local governments buying under this code are acquiring fresh fruits and vegetables as part of food-service operations at parks, schools, healthcare facilities, and state institutions. The solicitations show a mix of issuing bodies: county parks and recreation departments, school districts (particularly those administering National School Lunch and School Breakfast programs), healthcare coalitions, and state procurement offices. School districts emerge as the most active segment, with requirements spanning produce variety, seasonal availability, domestic sourcing preferences, quality standards, and delivery logistics. Vendors typically must comply with food safety and HACCP protocols, maintain liability insurance, and satisfy E-Verify and Buy American provisions.

Recent activity concentrates in Florida and Georgia. The Collier County Board of County Commissioners Procurement Services Division posted an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN, due March 6, 2025) for food services at North Collier Regional Park, requiring vendors to provide diverse food and beverage options across multiple venues, with a 10-point local-vendor preference for Collier or Lee County businesses. The Marion Health Care Coalition solicited produce proposals (RFQ, due August 21, 2026) for the 2026-2027 contract period covering fresh fruits and vegetables with quality standards and delivery timelines. The State of Georgia posted a bid solicitation (due June 22, 2026) for food, supplies, and other kitchen products. Early County Board of Education (Georgia) issued a line-by-line food bid (IFB, due June 8, 2026) for approximately 300+ food items including meats, poultry, dairy, vegetables, fruits, and grains across three schools under the National School Lunch Program, with contract term July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 and extension and renewal options. School district bids typically require firm pricing for 15 days post-award, transportation and packing included in bid price, and allowance for piggybacking by other districts on identical terms.