Microbiology ID/AST

The Indian Health Service has forecasted a procurement opportunity for Microbiology ID/AST services, scheduled for posting on May 25, 2026, under NAICS code 334516, which pertains to laboratory analytical services. The contract is intended to support diagnostic testing capabilities critical to public health within Indian Health Service facilities, though specific location details and set-aside classifications have not been provided. The opportunity is open to all eligible vendors, with no indication of restrictions based on size, ownership, or other set-aside criteria. Point of contact for program inquiries is Cara Nichols, reachable at cara.nichols@ihs.gov, while Shelton Bruce serves as the Contracting Officer and can be reached at shelton.bruce@ihs.gov. Neither the place of performance nor the agency office address has been specified, suggesting the scope may cover multiple locations or will be determined upon award. Prospective vendors should monitor the official federal opportunity forecast portal for further details, including solicitation releases, requirements documentation, and submission deadlines as they become available.