YSU Locum Services clinical lab scientist

The Indian Health Service has issued a forecast for professional services requiring a clinical lab scientist under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, designated for small business concerns as defined by the SBA. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 561520, which pertains to administrative and support services related to medical and diagnostic laboratories. The contract is intended to secure qualified clinical laboratory professionals to provide essential support services, though specific scope details, duration, and funding levels are not yet finalized as this is a pre-solicitation forecast. The performance location and exact physical deliverables have not been specified, indicating the requirement may be adaptable across multiple sites or to be determined during the full solicitation phase. Ryan Pett serves as the Program Point of Contact, reachable at ryan.pett@ihs.gov, while Richard Dandasan is listed as the Contracting Officer, with inquiries directed to poraoacquisition@ihs.gov. The forecast was posted on May 25, 2026, and interested small businesses are encouraged to monitor the official OSDBU portal for upcoming solicitation notices, which will provide detailed requirements, submission deadlines, evaluation criteria, and any additional terms necessary to respond. This opportunity aligns with the Indian Health Service’s commitment to empowering small business engagement in delivering critical healthcare support services.