UNSPSC 50602909: Frozen Non GMO scarola verde chicory

The variety of Non GMO chicory known as Non GMO scarola verde chicory 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 50602909 Frozen Non GMO scarola verde chicory is a Commodity code. State and local governments procure frozen specialty produce—particularly European leafy greens including scarola verde chicory—primarily through school nutrition programs and senior services departments seeking compliance-grade ingredients for meal preparation. The code sits within broader food procurement activity that encompasses fresh and frozen vegetables meeting USDA specifications for school lunch and breakfast programs, as well as commodity purchases by county social services departments. Issuing bodies include state education departments, individual school districts, county boards of education, and county social services divisions. Recent activity shows school districts driving the majority of solicitations, particularly those participating in the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program, where frozen vegetables support meal compliance and cost management.

Georgia accounts for the most recent documented activity under this code. Early County Board of Education posted an RFQ for line-by-line food bids due June 8, 2026, specifying approximately 300+ food items including vegetables and fruits with domestic sourcing preferences, whole-grain specifications, and low-sodium formulations for delivery across three schools July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners issued an informal written quote request (IWQ 140229) due October 19, 2026 for approximately 1,062 cases of food items including canned vegetables for the Department of Community Services, with delivery to the Gwinnett Senior Services Center required by December 7, 2026. The State of Georgia posted a broader food, supplies, and other kitchen products bid due June 22, 2026. School districts structure awards to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder with pricing evaluated per unit of measure, and typically permit brand substitution with approved equivalents. Vendors must demonstrate compliance with Buy American provisions, maintain HACCP plans, carry appropriate liability insurance, and satisfy E-Verify and debarment verification requirements for contracts exceeding $25,000.