UNSPSC 50446227: Frozen yellow straightneck squash

The variety of summer squashes and summer pumpkins known as yellow straightneck squash that has been frozen for preservation.

UNSPSC 50446227 Frozen yellow straightneck squash is a Commodity code that captures state and local procurement of frozen specialty vegetables, though recent solicitations under this code predominantly target broader frozen vegetable categories and mixed produce rather than yellow straightneck squash specifically. State and local governments buying under this family procure frozen vegetables primarily for institutional food service—correctional facilities, state hospitals, school districts, and child nutrition programs—where volumes are large, specifications are detailed, and pricing is competitive on a per-pound or per-case basis. The issuing bodies span state departments of corrections, state health and human services commissions, independent school districts, county boards of education, and county correctional facilities. Procurement typically requires compliance with USDA/FDA standards, HACCP plans, allergen labeling, minimum shelf-life guarantees (generally six months for frozen vegetables), and delivery to centralized distribution centers or individual school sites. Bidders commonly compete on firm fixed pricing submitted per unit, inclusive of transportation and fuel surcharges on FOB Destination terms, with awards made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications.

The code shows substantial recent activity across multiple states, with the Oregon Department of Corrections conducting multiple frozen vegetable solicitations (frozen corn, potatoes, carrots, and assorted blends) via ITB in July 2026, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice procuring cafeteria food products including frozen items via IFB in May 2026, and numerous school districts across Georgia (Bulloch County, Burke County, Early County, Savannah-Chatham County, and City Schools of Decatur) issuing food bids in spring 2026 that encompass frozen vegetables and produce. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission has issued large statewide solicitations for supplemental food and consumables (including frozen products) supporting multiple state hospitals and supported living centers. The New Jersey Department of Human Services conducted a partial rebid for frozen mixed vegetables in May 2026, and Montgomery County, Pennsylvania solicited groceries and related items for its correctional facility in February and May 2026. Geographic spread centers on the South (Georgia, Texas), Pacific Northwest (Oregon), and Mid-Atlantic (Pennsylvania, New Jersey), with activity also in Missouri (Rockwood School District) and Virginia (Fairfax County Public Schools). Response deadlines have clustered in April through July 2026, with many school district bids due in late April and May ahead of the July 1, 2026 contract start date typical for school nutrition programs.