UNSPSC 50586317: Non GMO roma vf tomatoes

The variety of Non GMO tomates known as Non GMO roma vf tomatoes. 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 50586317 Non GMO roma vf tomatoes is a Commodity code covering fresh produce sourced for state and local food service operations, including school lunch programs, regional parks, and public health coalitions. State and local governments buy fresh vegetables and fruits under this code to support child nutrition mandates, park concession operations, and institutional dining. The issuing bodies include school districts (K–12 food service), county park systems, state agencies, and healthcare-affiliated procurement coalitions. Recent solicitations show school districts are the primary and most frequent buyers, with a focus on compliance with USDA nutrition standards, domestic sourcing preferences, low-sodium and whole-grain options, and products without added sugars or artificial additives.

Recent activity spans Georgia, Florida, and Marion County operations. Early County Board of Education in Georgia posted an IFB on May 11, 2026 (due June 8, 2026) for approximately 300 food items including vegetables and fruits to support the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program across three schools, with pricing firm for 15 days from award and price escalation capped at 3% every six months. Collier County Board of County Commissioners in Florida posted an Invitation to Negotiate on October 8, 2026 (due March 6, 2025) for food services at North Collier Regional Park, including fresh produce for concession facilities at soccer and softball fields, with a three-year contract term and a local-vendor preference worth 10 evaluation points. Marion Health Care Coalition posted a produce RFP on August 7, 2026 (due August 21, 2026) seeking qualified produce vendors for the 2026–2027 contract period with delivery and quality-compliance requirements. The State of Georgia posted a broader food, supplies, and kitchen products bid on May 15, 2026 (due June 22, 2026), the full scope of which is contained in the attached solicitation document.