UNSPSC 50601819: Frozen Non GMO fava beans

The variety of Non GMO beans known as Non GMO fava beans that have 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 50601819 Frozen Non GMO fava beans is a Commodity code that, based on recent state and local solicitations, sees minimal activity directly tied to this specific product line. The recent opportunities tagged under this code predominantly solicit broad food procurement for school nutrition programs and state operations—fresh produce, frozen foods, grocery staples, meats, dairy, and prepared entrees—rather than frozen fava beans specifically. School districts and state agencies in Georgia, Missouri, and Texas are the primary issuing bodies, with school nutrition programs (particularly for USDA child lunch and breakfast initiatives) representing the dominant buyer segment. These jurisdictions issue RFPs and IFBs for annual or multi-year food service contracts, typically with firm pricing over the contract term and delivery to central warehouses or individual school sites during standard school hours.

The geographic spread of recent activity centers on Georgia (Douglas County School System, Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools, City Schools of Decatur, State of Georgia procurement) and extends to Missouri (Rockwood R-VI School District) and Texas (Dallas Independent School District). Representative solicitations include the Douglas County School System's RFP SN 26-003 for Food Supply and Distribution Services (due February 18, 2026, estimated annual expenditure $9 million), the Early County Board of Education's line-by-line food bid (due June 8, 2026, covering 300+ food items for July 2026–June 2027), and the City Schools of Decatur's IFB for Frozen Foods and Grocery (due May 15, 2026, for the 2026–2027 school year). All major opportunities emphasize domestic sourcing, low-sodium and whole-grain preferences, HACCP compliance, food safety certifications, and Buy American provisions. Vendors typically must carry $1 million to $2 million general liability insurance, comply with E-Verify requirements, and accept firm pricing with limited adjustment options (escalation generally only on documented USDA or CPI increases exceeding a threshold, often 3–5 percent). The code shows little targeted demand for frozen fava beans as a line item; buyers are acquiring broad commodity bundles rather than specialized frozen vegetables.