UNSPSC 50585801: Non GMO atlantic shallots

The variety of Non GMO shallots known as Non GMO atlantic shallots. 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 50585801 Non GMO atlantic shallots is a Commodity code covering a specific fresh produce item solicited by state and local governments for food service operations. Recent opportunities show the code appearing in broader produce and food-service procurement contexts where shallots may be included as line items within larger vegetable, fruit, or ingredient specifications, particularly in school nutrition programs, parks and recreation food services, and healthcare facility food procurement. The sourcing reflects institutional food-service demand emphasizing domestic supply, food safety compliance, seasonal availability management, and adherence to nutrition standards such as USDA whole-grain and low-sodium formulations where applicable.

Activity is geographically dispersed across state departments, school districts, county health coalitions, and regional park authorities. Early County Board of Education (Georgia) solicited line-by-line food bids covering 300+ food items including vegetables for the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program, with bids due June 8, 2026; the contract runs July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 with optional extension and renewal terms. Marion Health Care Coalition (Florida) sought produce proposals for the 2026-2027 period with a due date of August 21, 2026. Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Florida) issued an Invitation to Negotiate on October 8, 2026 for food services at North Collier Regional Park, with proposals due March 6, 2025, requiring diverse food and beverage options and full compliance with health and food-safety regulations. The State of Georgia posted a broader food, supplies, and other kitchen products procurement on May 15, 2026 with bids due June 22, 2026. The code shows activity in Georgia and Florida; institutional food-service contracts typically include fresh produce as standing line items with firm pricing, transportation-inclusive rates, and compliance with food-safety, recall, and E-Verify requirements.