Marshall Arviso

Marshall Arviso serves as a Contracting Officer for the Navajo Area Indian Health Service, where he plays a pivotal role in advancing healthcare equity across the Navajo Nation through strategic procurement of critical medical and support services. Responsible for managing full lifecycle acquisitions, he ensures compliance with federal regulations while aligning contracts with the agency’s mission to deliver comprehensive, culturally competent care in remote and underserved communities. His portfolio includes clinical supplies, diagnostic equipment, laboratory instrumentation, and operational support services essential to sustaining frontline health delivery systems. Arviso maintains a consistent working relationship with Regency Consulting Inc., a key contractor providing specialized health services and administrative support. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in reliability, regulatory compliance, and cultural competency, particularly with firms experienced in serving Indigenous populations. He fosters collaborative relationships with vendors who understand the logistical and operational challenges of delivering care in geographically isolated areas. A defining feature of Arviso’s contracting strategy is his strong emphasis on socioeconomic set-asides, with nearly half of his awards designated under the Buy Indian Set-Aside authority, reflecting a deep commitment to tribal economic development. He also actively utilizes Total Small Business and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-asides, consistently prioritizing Native-owned and small business concerns to strengthen community-based capacity and self-determination in healthcare delivery. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561320 (Temporary Help Services), supporting staffing needs for clinical and administrative functions, and NAICS 325413 (In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing), ensuring access to essential diagnostic tools. He also procures analytical laboratory instruments and hazardous waste management services, demonstrating technical expertise in healthcare infrastructure, diagnostic readiness, and environmental compliance critical to public health operations in tribal communities.