UNSPSC 50586215: Non GMO orange sweet potatoes

The variety of Non GMO sweet potatoes known as Non GMO orange sweet 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 50586215 Non GMO orange sweet potatoes is a Commodity code covering fresh produce supplied to institutional food service operations, school districts, healthcare facilities, and county recreation departments. State and local governments buy fresh fruits and vegetables under this code to support cafeteria operations, concession facilities, and food service contracts where produce freshness, quality standards, delivery timelines, and compliance with food safety regulations are core requirements. The issuing bodies soliciting under the code span school districts, county governments, county healthcare coalitions, and county recreation departments; Early County Board of Education and Collier County Board of County Commissioners have posted produce-related opportunities in the recent period. Scope typically includes line-by-line bidding for fresh vegetables and fruits with domestic-sourcing preferences, whole-grain and low-additive product emphasis, delivery within specified temperature and freshness windows, HACCP plan compliance, and food recall procedures.

Recent activity appears concentrated in Georgia and Florida. The Early County Board of Education (Georgia) issued an IFB for food and non-food products supporting the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program across three schools, with bids due June 8, 2026, covering approximately 300+ food items including vegetables and fruits with domestic sourcing and low-sodium emphasis. Collier County Board of County Commissioners Procurement Services Division (Florida) solicited via ITN for food services at North Collier Regional Park, including concession facilities, with proposals due March 6, 2025, requiring vendors to provide diverse food and beverage options including produce across multiple venues. Marion Health Care Coalition (location not specified in source) posted a produce proposal opportunity due August 21, 2026 for provision and delivery of fresh fruits and vegetables. The State of Georgia posted a food, supplies, and other kitchen products bid due June 22, 2026; detailed scope and produce line items are contained in the attached solicitation document. Contract terms typically run one fiscal year with renewal options contingent on vendor performance.