CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE CABINET

The Indian Health Service is forecasting the purchase of two locked cabinets for the storage of controlled substances, specifically designated for use by Western and Northern Tribal health programs. This procurement falls under NAICS code 423450, which categorizes medical and surgical equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers. The requirement is intended to secure controlled substances in compliance with regulatory standards to ensure safe handling and accountability within healthcare facilities serving tribal communities. The opportunity is listed as a forecast with no solicitation number yet assigned, indicating it is in the early planning phase ahead of formal bidding. Debra Rethwisch is listed as the program point of contact for operational inquiries, while Jennifer Richardson serves as the contracting officer with authority over the procurement process. The contract does not specify a place of performance or detailed office address, suggesting the cabinets will be distributed to various tribal health sites under the Indian Health Service’s jurisdiction. No set-aside designation is indicated, meaning the opportunity is open to all eligible vendors. The forecast was posted on May 25, 2026, and further details will be released through the official OSDBU opportunity forecast portal.