UNSPSC 50605214: Frozen Non GMO senshyu semi-globe yellow onions

The variety of Non GMO onions known as Non GMO senshyu semi-globe yellow onions 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 50605214 Frozen Non GMO senshyu semi-globe yellow onions is a Commodity code that maps nominally to a narrow product category—frozen specialty onions—yet recent state and local solicitations tagged with this code do not reflect purchasing for that specific item. Instead, the code shows activity in broad food-service procurement: Gwinnett County's October 2026 IWQ 140229 solicitation encompasses 35 line items of shelf-stable foods (peanut butter, jelly, canned proteins, rice, pasta, sauces, soups, canned vegetables) for senior services; the State of Georgia's May 2026 bid requests bids on food, supplies, and other kitchen products with terms and item lists contained in an attached document; and Early County Board of Education's May 2026 FY27 Food Bid covers approximately 300+ food items (meats, poultry, seafood, dairy, vegetables, fruits, grains, condiments, miscellaneous products) plus 60+ non-food and paper cleaning supplies for school lunch and breakfast programs. The issuing-body mix includes county purchasing offices, state procurement, and school district food-service departments. The recent opportunities indicate that this code does not reliably surface solicitations for frozen onions specifically; instead it appears to be a catch-all or miscoded designation within broader food-procurement RFQs and line-item bids.

Geographic activity centers on Georgia, with recent opportunities posted by Gwinnett County (October 2026), the State of Georgia (May 2026), and Early County Board of Education (May 2026). The Early County Schools solicitation, due June 8, 2026, is the most detailed: it emphasizes domestic sourcing preferences, whole-grain and low-sodium formulations, products without added sugars or artificial additives, and includes USDA compliance requirements (2024 Final Rule whole-grain tier for bread, Grade A pasteurized milk with documented fat and bacteria counts, HACCP plans, Buy American provisions, and $500,000 general liability insurance). Prices must include packing and transportation with no separate fuel charges, remain firm for 15 days from award, and are subject to six-month escalation or de-escalation review supported by USDA Agricultural Marketing Service or Consumer Price Index data. The Gwinnett County quote (due October 19, 2026, 3:00 p.m.) mandates delivery within 72 hours of order receipt to the Gwinnett Senior Services Center, with all items received by December 7, 2026 due to funding requirements. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder; Gwinnett County reserves the right to split awards by line item. The code shows little targeted procurement for frozen specialty onions and appears misaligned with actual buyer activity.