Backup Support

The Indian Health Service has issued a forecast for Backup Support services under NAICS code 811210, indicating an upcoming procurement opportunity for technical and operational support functions related to data and system backup. The forecast was posted on May 25, 2026, and while no solicitation number or set-aside details are provided, it is intended to alert potential vendors to prepare for future bidding. The services will likely involve maintaining, monitoring, and ensuring the reliability of backup systems critical to the agency’s operations, though specific deliverables and requirements are not yet defined. Point of contact for program-related inquiries is Ron Speakthunder, reachable at ron.speakthunder@ihs.gov, while Sean Long, the Contracting Officer, can be contacted at sean.long@ihs.gov for procurement and administrative matters. The place of performance and physical office address are not specified in the forecast, suggesting that work may be performed remotely or across multiple locations under the agency’s jurisdiction. Interested parties are directed to the official UI link for updates as the opportunity advances toward formal solicitation.