Automated Dispensing System Compatibility Testing

Nac Pharmaceuticals, acting on behalf of the Department of Veterans Affairs, is seeking a subcontractor to conduct physical testing and certification of product packaging to ensure compatibility with federal automated dispensing systems, including Baxter ATC Canisters and Optifill. The work requires rigorous evaluation of packaging design, material integrity, and mechanical fit under operational conditions to meet system-specific requirements for automated handling, retrieval, and dispensing in healthcare environments. Testing must validate that packaging performs reliably across a range of environmental and mechanical stresses without compromising product safety or system functionality. The contract opportunity is posted with a response deadline of May 7, 2026, at 7:30 PM Eastern Time, and falls under NAICS code 541380 for other scientific and technical consulting services. This is a subcontracting opportunity, and the performance location is not specified, suggesting that testing may occur at the vendor’s facility or at designated third-party laboratories. Interested parties must submit proposals by the deadline to be considered, with no set-asides indicated for small businesses or other categories. All submitted solutions must demonstrate proven experience with automated dispensing systems and provide documented evidence of compliance with federal standards for pharmaceutical packaging interoperability.