Automated Vial Capper Machine and Labeler system
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential small business sources for an Automated Vial Capper Machine and Labeler system. This system is intended for the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) in Silver Spring, MD. Capability statements are due by June 11, 2026, at 13:00 Central Time.
Scope of Work
The FDA seeks a system for preparing CBER Standards for vaccines and other biological products. Key requirements include:
- Purchase, installation, onsite qualification, and training for an Automated Vial Capper machine and Labeler system.
- Optional annual preventative maintenance.
- Ability to cap and label various sized glass vials.
- Minimum production rate of 60 vials per minute.
- Specific technical specifications:
- Maximum footprint: 16 x 5 feet.
- Compatible with 115-volt, 60 hertz, 1-phase facility power.
- Accommodates containers with outer diameters from 5/8" to 4" and heights up to 6".
- Compatible with 13mm and 20mm cap sizes.
- Accommodates label sizes including 0.75" x 1.75" and 1" x 2.625". The place of performance is the Federal Research Center, Building 52/72, Room 5296, 10903 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20993.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (Anticipated Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price)
- Period of Performance: Equipment delivery within 60 days of award; installation, qualification, and training within 90 days of award. Optional post-warranty maintenance for four years.
- Set-Aside: Primarily seeking small business sources, but other than small businesses are also encouraged to respond.
- NAICS Code: 333993 (Packaging Machinery Manufacturing); Size Standard: 600 employees.
- Response Due: June 11, 2026, 13:00 Central Time.
- Published: May 28, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties should submit capability statements via email to Nick Sartain (nick.sartain@fda.hhs.gov). Responses must demonstrate capability and include:
- Business information.
- Descriptive literature.
- Past performance.
- GSA/BIC/AbilityOne contract information (if applicable).
- Section 508 accessibility information.
- Subcontracting opportunities for large businesses. Informational pricing is also requested. This is for planning purposes only and does not guarantee a solicitation or contract award.
Additional Notes
No proprietary, classified, or sensitive information should be included in responses. The government is not obligated to award a contract or pay for information provided.