INSTRUMENTS REPLACE UNREPAIRABLE

The Indian Health Service is forecasting a total small business set-aside opportunity for the replacement of unreparable instruments, categorized under NAICS code 334513, which pertains to surgical and medical instrument manufacturing. This procurement is aimed at securing new instruments to replace those that are no longer repairable, ensuring continued operational capability within healthcare facilities served by the Indian Health Service. The solicitation is targeted exclusively at small businesses, in accordance with the Small Business Administration’s guidelines, providing eligible firms with a dedicated opportunity to compete for this contract. Sharon Carver serves as the program point of contact for questions related to the scope and requirements of the replacement instruments, while Shelton Bruce is designated as the contracting officer responsible for the acquisition process. The opportunity was posted on May 25, 2026, and is accessible via the HHS Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization portal. Although specific performance locations and detailed technical specifications are not provided in the forecast, bidders should expect requirements tied to the manufacture and delivery of medical instruments that meet federal healthcare standards for safety, durability, and functionality. Interested small businesses are encouraged to monitor the official portal for the formal solicitation, which will include additional details on submission deadlines, evaluation criteria, and delivery timelines.