TAO Vmware Refresh

The Indian Health Service is forecasting a procurement under the title TAO VMware Refresh to replace and upgrade end-of-life hardware and software identified by HQ/OIT, aiming to modernize critical IT infrastructure. This opportunity is set aside entirely for small businesses under the SBA’s Total Small Business Set-Aside provision, with the NAICS code 334112 indicating a focus on computer manufacturing. The action is intended to ensure continued operational reliability and security by phasing out outdated systems, with performance expected to support agency-wide IT needs. The procurement is not yet solicited but has been posted for industry awareness as of May 25, 2026. Bernard Howell serves as the Program Point of Contact, and Susan Protho is the designated Contracting Officer, both reachable via official IHS email addresses. No specific location for performance has been identified, suggesting work may be performed remotely or across multiple IHS facilities. While the solicitation number has not yet been assigned, interested small businesses should monitor the public forecast link on the OSDBU portal for future updates on the formal request for proposals, including detailed technical requirements, delivery timelines, and evaluation criteria.