VSG Contract -Packaging

This contract involves a Packaging Chemist, Huayi Wang, working under the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to develop essential challenge tests for polyolefin plastic packaging. These tests are designed to evaluate whether current industry recycling methods effectively remove chemical contaminants that may result from consumer use or misuse. The outcomes of this project will provide critical data to assist FDA review chemists in assessing premarket notification consultations for recycled polyolefin materials intended for food packaging, ensuring the safety and compliance of recycled food contact materials. The contract falls under the NAICS code 541990 and is listed as a forecast-type opportunity posted on March 11, 2026. While specific details such as location and contracting officer remain to be determined, communications regarding the contract can be directed to the FDA's acquisition liaison team via the provided email. This initiative reflects the FDA’s commitment to advancing food safety through improved evaluation techniques for recycled packaging materials.