Supply of Chemistry-Specific Quality Control Materials (Levels 1–3)

The contract involves the supply of chemistry-specific quality control materials for a range of critical analytes including ethanol, ammonia, spinal fluid, urine chemistry, immunology, bilirubin, HbA1c, and pediatric testing, with materials provided across three levels to ensure accurate and reliable laboratory performance. The requirements are scoped under a subcontract and are set aside exclusively for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) entities, reflecting a target for economic development within Native communities under the Department of the Interior and Indian Health Services. The NAICS code 325413 identifies the industry as pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing, aligning with the production of controlled laboratory standards. Performance of the contract is designated to occur in Zuni, New Mexico, with a response deadline on July 17, 2026, and the solicitation posted on July 10, 2026, indicating a narrow seven-day window for submissions. The contracting authority is the Albuquerque Area Indian Health Service, operating under the Department of Health and Human Services, underscoring the focus on serving tribal health needs. This procurement supports essential diagnostic functions across clinical laboratories in Indian Health Service facilities, ensuring consistent quality assurance and regulatory compliance for high-stakes patient testing.