UNSPSC 50606702: Frozen Non GMO asiatic bitter yams

The variety of Non GMO yams known as Non GMO asiatic bitter yams 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 50606702 Frozen Non GMO Asiatic Bitter Yams is a Commodity code that in practice encompasses a far broader range of food procurement than its narrow title suggests. State and local governments solicit under this code primarily for shelf-stable and fresh food items destined for institutional consumption — school cafeterias, senior services centers, and other public facilities. Recent opportunities show county purchasing offices, state procurement divisions, and independent school districts buying packaged proteins, canned vegetables, grains, dairy products, and fresh produce as part of bulk food service contracts. The actual work is line-item competitive bidding on multi-case or multi-pallet food purchases with strict delivery, compliance, and labeling requirements; pricing is evaluated per unit of measure (ounce, case, or equivalent), and awards typically split across multiple vendors by line item when cost or performance favors it.

Georgia dominates recent activity under the code, with Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners posting an IWQ (informal written quote) on October 13, 2026 for approximately 1,062 cases of shelf-stable food items for senior services, due October 19, 2026, and Early County Board of Education posting a line-by-line food bid on May 11, 2026 for roughly 300+ food items supporting the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs, due June 8, 2026. The State of Georgia itself issued a food, supplies, and other kitchen products solicitation due June 22, 2026, referenced by attached documentation. All three opportunities emphasize firm, itemized pricing; domestic sourcing where required; delivery within tight windows (72 hours or scheduled route slots); compliance with USDA nutrition standards and Buy American provisions; and proof of vendor responsibility through references, insurance, debarment verification, and food safety certifications. Quotes and bids are submitted to county or state purchasing offices via email, fax, or mail, with awards made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.