Lab Contractor 1 (Lab CLS contractor )

The Indian Health Service has issued a forecast for a laboratory contractor position designated as Lab CLS Contractor 1, aimed at supporting clinical laboratory services under NAICS code 621511. This opportunity is not yet a solicitation and remains in the preliminary forecasting phase, with no set-aside type or award date specified. The contract will likely involve providing certified laboratory services, potentially including diagnostic testing, sample analysis, and compliance with federal health standards, primarily to serve tribal communities under the agency’s jurisdiction. Performance location details are not provided, but services are expected to align with the Indian Health Service’s mission to deliver healthcare to American Indian and Alaska Native populations. Point of contact for program inquiries is Marilyn Joe, reachable at marilyn.joe@ihs.gov, while Cornelius Tsipai serves as the Contracting Officer with authority over procurement matters and can be contacted at cornelius.tsipai@ihs.gov. The forecast was published on May 25, 2026, and interested parties can monitor the opportunity via the provided UI link on the HHS OSDBU portal. There is no indication of funding availability or expected contract duration at this time; however, potential bidders should prepare for requirements typical of federal laboratory contracting, including qualifications for clinical lab personnel, accreditation compliance, and adherence to IHS operational protocols.