UNSPSC 50605000: Frozen Non GMO nightshades

The type of Non GMO vegetable known as Non GMO nightshades 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 50605000 Frozen Non GMO nightshades, a Class code, does not align with the recent state and local procurement activity tagged under it. The three most recent opportunities solicited shelf-stable and fresh food products for institutional use — canned proteins, vegetables, rice, pasta, and dairy items for senior services and school nutrition programs — none of which are frozen nightshade vegetables. The code shows little relevant recent activity in the state and local market.

Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners posted an IWQ for approximately 1,062 cases of shelf-stable food items for the Department of Community Services on October 13, 2026, with quotes due October 19, 2026. The State of Georgia posted a bid for food, supplies, and other kitchen products on May 15, 2026, due June 22, 2026. Early County Board of Education solicited line-by-line bids for over 300 food items and 60 non-food products to support the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program on May 11, 2026, due June 8, 2026, with emphasis on domestic sourcing, whole-grain options, low-sodium formulations, and products without added sugars or artificial additives. These opportunities span Georgia state agencies, counties, and independent school districts, but none target frozen non-GMO nightshades specifically. Buyers in this category should verify coding accuracy with procurement offices before pursuing opportunities under this code.