Cynthia Cason

Cynthia Cason serves as a primary procurement contact within the Indian Health Service (IHS) under the Department of Health and Human Services. In this capacity, she supports the agency's mission to deliver comprehensive healthcare services, focusing on the operational readiness of healthcare infrastructure and the modernization of clinical care delivery. Her role involves managing acquisitions that align with the agency's strategic priorities, including the maintenance of medical facilities and the integration of electronic health records. The agency's contractor landscape includes a diverse range of vendors, with significant awards directed toward organizations such as Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc., CWE, United Parcel Service Co., and Immucor Inc. Vendors active at this agency typically provide a mix of specialized medical diagnostics, logistics, and facility support services to maintain the operational integrity of healthcare delivery systems. Regarding set-aside preferences, the agency primarily utilizes unrestricted competitions, with the majority of awards categorized as No Set-Aside. However, there is a targeted commitment to supporting Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE), which represent a portion of the agency's socioeconomic contracting patterns. The procurement focus for this office is heavily weighted toward professional, scientific, and technical services. Primary NAICS specializations include Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services, as well as Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services. Additionally, the agency procures All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services and Educational Support Services to enhance its clinical and administrative capabilities.