OK23-Y17

The Indian Health Service has posted a forecast for a water meter replacement project under contract number OK23-Y17, with a NAICS code of 221310 indicating it relates to water supply and irrigation systems. This action is part of an anticipated procurement effort targeting infrastructure improvements, specifically focused on replacing water meters in facilities under the agency’s jurisdiction, though the exact locations have not been specified. The forecast was published on May 25, 2026, and is intended to provide industry with early notice to prepare for a potential solicitation, with no formal solicitation number assigned at this time. There is no set-aside designation indicated, meaning the opportunity is open to all eligible offerors without restriction based on business size or status. Point of contact for program-related inquiries is Ted Schlueter, reachable at ted.schlueter@ihs.gov, while Edson Yellowfish serves as the Contracting Officer and can be contacted at edson.yellowfish@ihs.gov for procurement matters. The performance location remains undefined in the published details, suggesting that the scope may cover multiple sites across the Indian Health Service’s network, likely including facilities in rural or tribal areas where water infrastructure needs are identified. Interested parties are encouraged to monitor the official OSDBU portal for the future release of a formal solicitation, which will provide specifics on requirements, timeline, and submission procedures.