UNSPSC 50601800: Frozen Non GMO beans

The type of Non GMO vegetable known as Non GMO beans that has been frozen for preservation. 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 50601800 Frozen Non GMO beans is a Class code that encompasses shelf-stable and frozen bean products purchased by state and local food-service and nutrition programs. In practice, state and local governments buy dried, canned, and frozen beans — often as components of larger food procurement for school districts, senior nutrition programs, and department of community services operations rather than as standalone specialty items. The recent solicitations show beans appearing primarily as line items within broader food-service contracts that emphasize domestic sourcing, USDA compliance, and budget-conscious procurement. Issuing bodies include county governments (purchasing departments and boards of commissioners), state agencies, and school districts (boards of education). School districts represent the most active segment, sourcing food for National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program operations across multiple campuses.

Recent activity centers on Georgia, with three documented opportunities in October and May–June 2026. Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners posted an informal written quote (IWQ) on October 13, 2026 for approximately 1,062 cases of shelf-stable food items including canned proteins and vegetables for the Department of Community Services, with quotes due October 19, 2026. The State of Georgia posted a broader food, supplies, and kitchen products bid on May 15, 2026 with a June 22, 2026 response date. Early County Board of Education issued a line-by-line food bid on May 11, 2026 for the FY27 school year (contract period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027), due June 8, 2026, encompassing 300+ food items with emphasis on whole-grain options, low-sodium formulations, and products without added sugars or artificial additives, plus compliance with Buy American provisions and HACCP certification. Vendors must carry $500,000 general liability insurance and satisfy E-Verify and debarment verification for contracts exceeding $25,000.