UNSPSC 50586003: Non GMO giant winter spinach

The variety of Non GMO spinach known as Non GMO giant winter spinach. 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 50586003 Non GMO giant winter spinach, a Commodity code, covers fresh produce — specifically non-GMO winter spinach and related fresh vegetables — purchased by state agencies, school districts, healthcare networks, and county parks departments for food service operations. State and local governments soliciting under this code seek fresh vegetables meeting food-safety compliance, delivery schedules, and often domestic sourcing or specialty cultivation preferences. The issuing bodies span diverse sectors: school districts procuring produce for National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs; county parks departments obtaining vegetables for concession food services; state procurement offices acquiring produce for institutional dining; and healthcare networks sourcing fresh produce for patient meals and cafeteria operations. These jurisdictions typically award produce contracts on a line-item basis within broader food-service solicitations, often bundling vegetables with proteins, dairy, and non-food supplies in annual or multi-year awards.

Recent opportunities show activity across Georgia and Florida. Early County Board of Education (Georgia) issued an IFB on May 11, 2026 for 300+ food items including vegetables and fruits, with bids due June 8, 2026, emphasizing domestic sourcing and low-sodium formulations. The State of Georgia posted a bid for food, supplies, and other kitchen products on May 15, 2026, due June 22, 2026. Marion Health Care Coalition posted a produce proposal request on August 7, 2026, due August 21, 2026, seeking fresh fruits and vegetables with delivery and quality standards specified. Collier County Board of County Commissioners issued an Invitation to Negotiate on October 8, 2026 for food services at North Collier Regional Park, due March 6, 2025, requiring food vendors to supply diverse menu options including produce across concession and park facilities. School districts and public healthcare systems apply domestic-sourcing preferences and emphasize compliance with USDA nutrition standards; county parks departments prioritize competitive pricing and customer service. Award cycles typically span 60 days post-bid opening, with contract terms of one to three years and renewal options common.