UNSPSC 50586729: Non GMO illini gold corn

The variety of Non GMO corn known as Non GMO illini gold corn. 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 50586729 Non GMO Illini Gold Corn is a Commodity code that encompasses fresh produce procurement, including specialty corn varieties and related fresh fruits and vegetables purchased by state and local food service operations. State and local governments buy under this code primarily for school lunch programs, county parks concession operations, and healthcare facility food services. Recent opportunities show school districts and county park boards soliciting fresh produce and corn products as line items within broader food-service RFQs and ITNs, typically as part of National School Lunch Program or School Breakfast Program compliance. Issuing bodies include county boards of education, county parks and recreation divisions, and healthcare coalitions; Early County Board of Education and Collier County Board of County Commissioners appear as active recent buyers.

The code shows recent activity concentrated in the Southeast, with documented solicitations in Georgia and Florida. Early County Board of Education issued an RFQ for approximately 300+ food items including vegetables and grains with a bid deadline of June 8, 2026; Collier County Board of County Commissioners solicited food concession services via ITN for North Collier Regional Park with proposals due March 6, 2025; and Marion Health Care Coalition solicited produce proposals for the 2026-2027 contract period with a due date of August 21, 2026. The State of Georgia also issued a bid for food, supplies, and other kitchen products with a response date of June 22, 2026. School district procurements emphasize domestic sourcing, whole-grain options, low-sodium formulations, and products without added sugars or artificial additives, with firm pricing, delivery schedules (typically Monday through Friday morning hours), temperature-controlled logistics, and compliance with USDA nutrition rules and Buy American provisions.