UNSPSC 50445403: Frozen crowder peas

The variety of peas known as crowder peas that has been frozen for preservation.

UNSPSC 50445403 Frozen crowder peas, a Commodity code, covers shelf-stable legume products that state and local governments procure primarily for institutional food service operations—correctional facilities, state-supported living centers, schools, and senior services centers. Recent solicitations show frozen crowder peas appearing as line items within broader food procurement categories rather than as standalone buys; state and local purchasers acquire them as part of mixed frozen-vegetable packages or comprehensive cafeteria food contracts where portion-controlled, long-shelf-life proteins and vegetables are specified for high-volume meal preparation.

Issuing bodies sourcing under this code span state corrections departments, state health and human services agencies operating institutional facilities, county purchasing offices serving correctional centers, and school districts. Georgia, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Oregon have posted the most recent activity. The Oregon Department of Corrections issued an ITB in August 2026 for 360,000 pounds of assorted frozen vegetables (including a separate procurement for 40,000 pounds of frozen corn), with delivery FOB destination to the Salem distribution center and historical pricing near $0.578–$0.67 per pound. Texas Health and Human Services Commission solicited frozen food products across state hospitals and supported living centers statewide in July 2026 under IFB HHS0017338, with an estimated annual volume near $9 million and potential contract value reaching $19 million over the full term. The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners in Georgia issued an informal written quote request in October 2026 for approximately 1,062 cases of shelf-stable food items (including canned vegetables and proteins) with delivery required by December 7, 2026 to the Gwinnett Senior Services Center. All recent procurements emphasize USDA/FDA compliance, HACCP certification, temperature maintenance through cold-chain delivery, and FOB destination pricing inclusive of transportation and fuel. Award is typically made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder evaluated on unit-price calculations.