UNSPSC 50586809: Non GMO banana leaves

The variety of Non GMO vegetable known as Non GMO banana leaves. 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 50586809 Non GMO banana leaves is a Commodity code covering specialized fresh produce items, typically non-genetically modified banana leaves, solicited by state and local governments for food-service operations including parks, healthcare facilities, schools, and institutional dining. Recent opportunities tagged under this code show state and local purchasers buying broad fresh-produce portfolios rather than banana leaves specifically—a signal that the code may reflect general produce procurement rather than a dedicated commodity line. The issuing bodies include county governments (Collier County Parks and Recreation), healthcare coalitions (Marion Health Care Coalition), state agriculture or procurement offices (State of Georgia), and school districts (Early County Board of Education). Food-service concessionaires, institutional meal programs, and dietary-compliance operations constitute the primary customer base. Work involves sourcing, delivery, food-safety certification, seasonal-availability management, and compliance with USDA nutritional standards and Buy American sourcing preferences where applicable.

Recent activity spans Florida, Georgia, and regional healthcare networks. Collier County Board of County Commissioners posted an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) on October 8, 2026 for food services at North Collier Regional Park, with responses due March 6, 2025, emphasizing menu variety, food-safety compliance, and a 10-point local-vendor preference for Collier or Lee County businesses. Marion Health Care Coalition issued a proposals solicitation on August 7, 2026 for produce provision and delivery through the 2026-2027 contract period, due August 21, 2026. Early County Board of Education posted a line-by-line food bid on May 11, 2026 for approximately 300+ food items supporting the National School Lunch Program, due June 8, 2026, with domestic-sourcing and whole-grain preferences and firm pricing for 15 days post-award. The State of Georgia requested bids on food, supplies, and other kitchen products due June 22, 2026. Seasonal pricing adjustments and USDA Agricultural Marketing Service indexing are standard contract terms across these buyers.