UNSPSC 50586730: Non GMO illini xtra sweet corn

The variety of Non GMO corn known as Non GMO illini xtra sweet 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 50586730 Non GMO illini xtra sweet corn (Commodity) covers fresh produce procurement, primarily sweet corn varieties meeting non-GMO specifications, that state and local governments purchase for food service operations across parks, healthcare facilities, schools, and other public venues. The actual solicitations under this code show a broader scope: state and local buyers are acquiring fresh produce — fruits, vegetables, and specialty items including corn — as part of comprehensive food-service contracts for institutional dining, concessions, and nutritional programs. Issuing bodies include county park systems, school districts, state procurement offices, and healthcare coalitions. The mix reflects the fragmented nature of institutional food sourcing, with no single buyer dominating the activity.

Recent activity spans multiple states and jurisdictions. Collier County (Florida) issued an Invitation to Negotiate on October 8, 2026 (due March 6, 2025) for food services at North Collier Regional Park, including concessions and water park operations, with a 10-point local-vendor preference for Collier or Lee County businesses. Marion Health Care Coalition posted a produce RFP on August 7, 2026 (due August 21, 2026) for fresh fruits and vegetables across the 2026-2027 contract period. Early County Board of Education (Georgia) released a line-by-line food bid on May 11, 2026 (due June 8, 2026) encompassing 300+ food items including vegetables and fruits for the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs at three schools, with domestic sourcing preferences and whole-grain requirements. The State of Georgia posted a bid for food supplies and kitchen products on May 15, 2026 (due June 22, 2026). Geographic activity centers in Florida and Georgia, with state-level procurement in Georgia also present.