UNSPSC 50585500: Non GMO potatoes

The type of Non GMO vegetable known as Non GMO potatoes. 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 50585500 Non GMO potatoes is a Class code covering fresh produce procurement for state and local institutional food service operations, including parks, healthcare facilities, schools, and state agencies. State and local governments buy fresh vegetables, fruits, and specialty produce items under this code to support meal programs, concessions, and public-facility operations. The issuing bodies include county park departments, school districts (via the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program), state purchasing offices, and healthcare coalitions. Recent solicitations show produce vendors competing for food-service contracts that emphasize product quality, food-safety compliance, delivery reliability, seasonal pricing adjustments, and compliance with domestic-sourcing preferences where required.

Recent activity spans Georgia, Florida, and county-level jurisdictions in the Southeast. The Collier County Board of County Commissioners issued an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) posted October 8, 2026, for food services at North Collier Regional Park with proposals due March 6, 2025, requiring diverse food and beverage options across concession venues and a local-vendor preference worth 10 evaluation points. The Marion Health Care Coalition (MHCC) solicited produce proposals posted August 7, 2026, with proposals due August 21, 2026, for fresh fruits and vegetables delivery during the 2026-2027 contract period. The Early County Board of Education requested line-by-line food bids posted May 11, 2026, with bids due June 8, 2026, encompassing approximately 300 food items (including vegetables and fruits), domestic sourcing preferences, whole-grain options, and delivery to three schools Monday through Friday; the contract runs July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 with renewal options. The State of Georgia posted a broader food, supplies, and kitchen-products bid May 15, 2026, with proposals due June 22, 2026. Vendors face competition on price, quality, compliance with food safety and HACCP requirements, and adherence to set-aside and preference programs including local-vendor and woman/minority business enterprise evaluation criteria.