Commodities

The Indian Health Service is forecasting a future procurement for reagents and laboratory supplies under the NAICS code 339112, indicating a focus on medical and dental equipment and supplies manufacturing. The anticipated contract will support laboratory operations across the IHS system, likely providing essential testing materials and consumables for clinical and public health services in Native American and Alaska Native communities. The opportunity is posted as a forecast with no solicitation number yet assigned, and no set-aside type has been designated, meaning it is open to all eligible vendors without specific small business or minority-owned business preferences. Point of contact for program inquiries is Deana Thompson, who can be reached at deana.thompson@ihs.gov, while Ashley Velasquez, the Contracting Officer, is the authorized point for administrative and contracting matters at ashley.velasquez@ihs.gov. The contract has no specified place of performance or detailed address information, suggesting delivery may be required to multiple IHS facilities nationwide. The forecast was published on May 25, 2026, and interested vendors should monitor the provided link for updates on the formal solicitation, expected issuance, budget details, and specific product requirements.