4th Annual HHS/DOI Buy Indian Industry Day
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), in collaboration with the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), is hosting the 4th Annual Buy Indian Industry Day and Federal Matchmaking sessions. This event, focused on "Strengthening Tribal Economies Through Federal Procurement," will take place on April 27-28, 2026, at the OKANA Conference Center in Oklahoma City, OK.
Purpose & Scope
This national forum aims to strengthen tribal economies through federal procurement and advance the effective implementation of the Buy Indian Act. It will bring together Federal acquisition leaders, program officials, and Native American-owned businesses to align mission requirements with qualified industry partners, reduce barriers to entry, and expand high-impact contracting opportunities. The event includes one day of training sessions and one day of matchmaking with HHS and DOI buyers. It is co-hosted by all 6 Native APEX Accelerators.
Event Details
- Type: Special Notice / Industry Day
- Theme: "Strengthening Tribal Economies Through Federal Procurement: A Buy Indian Act Small Business Industrial Base Forum"
- Dates: April 27-28, 2026
- Location: OKANA Conference Center, Oklahoma City, OK
- Hosts: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), with 6 Native APEX Accelerators.
- Set-Aside Focus: Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior)
- Cost: No charge to attend.
Registration & Contact
Interested parties can register online at https://mbmgo.com/event/hhsbuyindianindustry or by calling 405-934-1990 and referencing "4th Annual Buy Indian Industry Day & Matchmaking." For questions, email apex@ncaied.org.