UNSPSC 50586000: Non GMO spinaches

The type of Non GMO vegetable known as Non GMO spinaches. 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 50586000 Non GMO spinaches is a Class code that covers fresh produce supply contracts issued by state and local food-service buyers, though recent solicitations under this code span broader fresh-produce procurement rather than non-GMO spinach exclusively. State and local governments buy produce through this code for school nutrition programs, county park concession operations, healthcare facilities, and state food-service operations. Issuing bodies include county commissions, independent school districts, state procurement offices, and healthcare coalitions. The work involves vendor qualification, delivery scheduling, product freshness guarantees, compliance with food safety and USDA standards, and pricing that adjusts for seasonal availability. School districts emphasize domestic sourcing, whole-grain bread options, low-sodium formulations, and products free from artificial additives, with line-item bidding on 300+ food products including produce, meats, poultry, seafood, and dairy. Counties and healthcare facilities solicit produce and food services through ITN or RFQ processes, requiring health permits, liability insurance, and monthly or seasonal reporting.

Recent activity spans Georgia, Florida, and unnamed regional healthcare networks. The Early County Board of Education (Georgia) posted a line-by-line food bid (IFB) due June 8, 2026, covering approximately 300 food items including vegetables and fruits across the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs with a contract term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 and renewal options. Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Florida) issued an ITN for food services at North Collier Regional Park due March 6, 2025, requiring diverse food and beverage options across multiple venues with a three-year term and two one-year renewal options; a 10-point local-vendor preference applies to vendors meeting Collier or Lee County residency criteria. The Marion Health Care Coalition solicited produce proposals due August 21, 2026 for the 2026-2027 contract period. Georgia's state procurement office posted a bid for food, supplies, and other kitchen products due June 22, 2026. School districts and counties are the primary repeat buyers, with emphasis on compliance with food safety regulations, Buy American preferences, and multi-year renewable terms.