API - Proficiency tests

The Indian Health Service has issued a forecast for an upcoming contract related to API proficiency tests, with the NAICS code 423450 indicating a focus on wholesale trade of medical and surgical supplies. This opportunity is positioned as a forecast, meaning it is not yet an active solicitation but signals an anticipated procurement, allowing vendors to prepare in advance. The contract will likely involve the development, management, or support of application programming interfaces used to deliver or evaluate proficiency testing systems, which are essential for ensuring accuracy and reliability in clinical and laboratory environments serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities. The primary point of contact for program-related inquiries is Cara Nichols, while Shelton Bruce serves as the contracting officer, both reachable through official IHS email addresses. There is no designated place of performance specified, suggesting the work may be performed remotely or across multiple locations under the agency’s jurisdiction. No set-aside status has been indicated, so the contract is open to all eligible small and large businesses. The forecast was published on May 25, 2026, and interested parties can monitor the official HHS OSDBU portal for future solicitation updates.