To upgrade the internet speed for Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center

The Indian Health Service Albuquerque Area Office is forecasting a requirement to upgrade internet service at the Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center in Zuni, New Mexico, to enhance connectivity and support critical healthcare operations. The solicitation is categorized under NAICS code 517111, which pertains to wired telecommunications carriers, indicating the need for a reliable broadband infrastructure provider capable of delivering significantly faster and more stable internet speeds tailored to the facility's operational demands. No formal solicitation number has been issued yet, and the forecast posting date is May 25, 2026, suggesting this is a preliminary notice for industry awareness and preparation. Shannon Eldridge-Shorty serves as the primary point of contact for this initiative, reachable via email at shannon.eldridge-shorty@ihs.gov, and is the designated liaison for any inquiries or clarifications related to the upcoming procurement. The place of performance is firmly established at the Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center, with no set-aside provisions or organizational type specifications listed at this stage, implying the opportunity may be open to all eligible contractors. While location details such as state and zip code are not provided in the forecast, the project is clearly scoped to address connectivity needs in a remote tribal healthcare setting where robust internet access is essential for telehealth, electronic records, and clinical coordination.