Randolph Sheppard Vending

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Randolph Sheppard Vending refers to a blind-operated vending business operating under the federal Randolph‑Sheppard program, typically running snack and beverage machines or small food outlets in government or public buildings.

Salem, Oregon, United States

About Randolph Sheppard Vending

This descriptor most likely refers to a small vending operation run by a legally blind vendor under the U.S. Randolph‑Sheppard Act, which gives priority to blind entrepreneurs to operate vending facilities—such as snack machines, beverage machines, and small food stands—on federal and some state or local government properties. These businesses commonly appear on bank statements simply as “Randolph Sheppard” along with a city and state, rather than under a large national brand name. In your case, the “/ SALEM ORUS” portion strongly suggests a Salem, Oregon–area Randolph‑Sheppard vendor operating one or more vending machines or a micro‑market in a public building.([department.va.gov](https://department.va.gov/construction-and-facilities-management/real-property/randolph-sheppard-act/?utm_source=openai))

Charges from this merchant usually represent in-person purchases at unattended vending machines or self‑checkout kiosks for snacks, drinks, or small convenience items. Because many Randolph‑Sheppard locations run through modern cashless payment systems (such as Cantaloupe/USA Technologies, hinted at by the “CTLP*” processor prefix), you might see small-dollar charges, sometimes multiple times in a day if you used several machines or made repeat purchases. In some cases, you may also see low‑value pending authorizations if the payment processor pre‑authorizes your card before posting the final amount.([we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com](https://we-r-randolph-sheppard-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-january-2024-blitz/transcript?utm_source=openai))

If you have questions about this charge, first think about whether you used a card at a vending machine, snack bar, or self‑service market in a government or public building in or around Salem, Oregon on that date (such as a courthouse, state office, federal building, or transit facility). Check any receipts, photos of the machine, or location history on your phone. To dispute or verify the charge, you will typically need to contact your card issuer, who can provide the exact terminal ID, time, and location and, if needed, open a dispute. Because most Randolph‑Sheppard vendors are individual small businesses without a centralized call center or public website, working through your bank or through the building’s facilities office where the machine is located is usually the most effective way to track down the specific operator and resolve any billing issues.

Bank Statement Variations

1 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Randolph Sheppard Vending.

  1. POS WD CTLP*RANDOLPH SHEPPARD / SALEM ORUS

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my statement show “CTLP*RANDOLPH SHEPPARD / SALEM ORUS”?

This descriptor indicates a purchase processed by a cashless vending payment system (likely Cantaloupe/USA Technologies, shown as "CTLP*") at a blind‑operated Randolph‑Sheppard vending facility in or near Salem, Oregon. The charge typically comes from using your card at a snack or beverage machine in a government or public building.

What types of purchases usually appear as a Randolph Sheppard Vending charge?

Most charges are small, one‑time purchases for snacks, drinks, or other convenience items from vending machines or self‑service markets. Amounts often range from about $1 to $10, depending on what you bought and local pricing.

Can Randolph Sheppard Vending charges be recurring or subscription-based?

No, these operations almost always process one‑time, in‑person transactions when you tap, insert, or swipe your card at the machine. If you see repeated charges on different days, that usually reflects multiple separate vending purchases rather than a subscription.

Why do I see a small pending amount from Randolph Sheppard that later changes?

Some vending payment processors place a temporary pre‑authorization (for example, $1–$5) when you first tap or swipe your card. Once the machine finalizes the sale, that pending amount is adjusted to the exact purchase price, and the hold is released by your bank after a short period.

How can I confirm where this Randolph Sheppard Vending charge was made?

Check where you were on the date of the charge—especially any visits to government or public buildings in Salem, Oregon—and recall whether you used a card at a vending machine or unattended snack area. Your bank can provide the transaction time and sometimes the terminal location, which you can match to a specific building or machine.

How do I request a refund for a failed vending purchase (e.g., item got stuck or nothing dispensed)?

Start by noting the date, time, amount, and location of the machine. Many Randolph‑Sheppard locations post a local contact number on the machine or in the building’s facilities office—contact them first to request a refund. If you cannot identify the operator or don’t receive a response, contact your card issuer to ask about disputing the charge as a failed transaction.

Can I contact Randolph Sheppard Vending directly about a billing issue?

There is usually no national customer service line; each Randolph‑Sheppard vendor is an independent small business. Your best options are to (1) look for a service or refund phone number on the machine or nearby signage, (2) ask the building’s facilities or management office who services the machines, or (3) work through your card issuer for transaction details and, if necessary, a dispute.

What should I do if I don’t recognize any vending purchases in Salem, Oregon on that date?

First confirm that no one else with access to your card used a vending machine in that area. If the transaction still appears unfamiliar, immediately contact your bank or card issuer to report a potentially unauthorized charge. They can block further use, issue a new card if needed, and investigate or reverse the transaction according to their fraud policies.

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