UNSPSC 50456809: Frozen organic banana leaves

The type of organic vegetable known as organic banana leaves that have been frozen for preservation.

UNSPSC 50456809 Frozen organic banana leaves (Commodity) covers shelf-stable and refrigerated food products purchased by state agencies, counties, and school districts for senior services, institutional food programs, and emergency assistance. While the code name specifies frozen organic banana leaves, recent state and local solicitations under this code show procurement of a broad range of food items: shelf-stable products (peanut butter, jelly, canned proteins, rice, pasta, sauces, soups, canned vegetables), fresh and frozen produce, dairy, meats, poultry, seafood, grains, and bread products. Issuing bodies include county boards of commissioners (for senior services and community programs), state departments, and school districts procuring for national school lunch and breakfast programs. Purchasing methods are primarily informal written quotes (IWQ), line-by-line competitive bids, and formal food solicitations. Contract awards go to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, typically with pricing evaluated per unit of measure. Vendors must meet compliance requirements including food safety plans (HACCP), Buy American provisions where applicable, debarment verification for larger awards, E-Verify compliance, and liability insurance thresholds.

Recent activity is concentrated in Georgia, with Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners issuing an informal quote for approximately 1,062 cases of shelf-stable food items due October 19, 2026, for delivery to the Gwinnett Senior Services Center by December 7, 2026 (solicitation PE77023NONST2027000000782). The State of Georgia posted a broader food, supplies, and other kitchen products bid in May 2026 with response due June 22, 2026 (PE55645NONST2026000000009). Early County Board of Education solicited line-by-line bids for approximately 300+ food items and 60+ non-food supplies for school meal programs with bids due June 8, 2026 (PE55045NONST2027000000006), emphasizing domestic sourcing, whole-grain options, and low-sodium formulations for a contract period running July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Delivery requirements typically specify Monday-through-Friday windows, temperature-controlled conditions for perishables, and F.O.B. Destination with inside delivery. Vendors must provide references for similar projects and maintain compliance with applicable federal and state worker verification requirements.