As the pharmaceutical industry doubles down on U.S. investment, doors are opening wide for contractors and suppliers—if they’re ready. With over $20 billion in planned U.S. investment from Sanofi and more than $1 billion from Gilead Sciences, the biotech and pharma sectors are fueling a construction and services boom across research labs, manufacturing plants, and infrastructure.
But getting a foot in the door with these companies isn’t just about capability. It’s about compliance. Major pharmaceutical clients like Sanofi and Gilead require contractors and suppliers to be fully vetted through ISNetworld, the industry-standard contractor management platform used to evaluate safety, performance, and operational integrity.
At Cascade QMS, we help businesses like yours get ISNetworld compliant fast, giving you the green light to bid on and secure contracts with some of the largest players in the life sciences sector.
Gilead’s U.S. Manufacturing Expansion: Over $1 Billion in Domestic Growth
Gilead Sciences has announced a $1 billion-plus commitment to expand its U.S. manufacturing and research capabilities, particularly in areas like biologics and cell therapy. This strategic investment will add new high-tech facilities, reinforce the company’s domestic supply chain, and create opportunities across the construction, maintenance, safety, engineering, and vendor sectors.
But to take advantage of this growth, potential contractors must demonstrate full compliance with Gilead’s safety and quality requirements—and that starts with ISNetworld. This prequalification system allows Gilead to verify that your company has the appropriate written safety programs, training documentation, incident tracking, insurance, and more.
If you’re not already set up and in good standing within ISNetworld, Gilead won’t see you as a viable candidate.
Sanofi’s $20 Billion U.S. Commitment: A Focus on R&D and American Partnerships
Sanofi is going all-in on U.S. innovation. With at least $20 billion dedicated to boosting U.S. operations, the company is aiming to dramatically scale up its research, development, and production infrastructure over the next several years. This includes partnerships with American suppliers and local contractors to support the surge in facility construction and modernization projects.
As with Gilead, ISNetworld compliance is a baseline requirement for contractors hoping to work with Sanofi. It’s not just about having OSHA training or a general liability policy—it’s about presenting a structured, trackable safety program and maintaining a transparent compliance record.
Being in ISNetworld with a passing grade improves your visibility to these clients and gives you a competitive edge in a growing pool of vendors.
What Is ISNetworld—and Why Does It Matter?
ISNetworld (ISN) is an online contractor management platform used by companies like Sanofi and Gilead to assess, verify, and manage the safety and compliance of their contractors and suppliers. It serves as a centralized source of truth for everything from insurance certificates and OSHA logs to written safety programs and audit results.
If your business isn’t already in ISNetworld—or you’re in but struggling to maintain a good grade—you’re likely to get passed over for bidding opportunities.
Cascade QMS helps eliminate that risk.
Cascade QMS: Your Fast Track to ISNetworld Compliance
At Cascade QMS, we offer turnkey support to help contractors, service providers, and vendors achieve and maintain full ISNetworld compliance. Whether you’re just getting started or trying to recover from a failing grade, we’ve got you covered with our comprehensive ISNetworld Management Plan.
Our services include:
- Creation and upload of all required safety programs
- Ongoing maintenance and monitoring of your ISN account
- Audit readiness assessments and gap analyses
- RAVS® and T-RAVS® documentation support
- Custom-written safety policies tailored to your industry
- Monthly updates, deadline tracking, and renewal reminders
We know what clients like Gilead and Sanofi are looking for—and we make sure your business is ready to meet their standards.
Why It Pays to Get Ahead of the Curve
With billions in infrastructure projects rolling out across the U.S., the demand for qualified local contractors has never been higher. But that demand comes with heightened scrutiny. Gilead, Sanofi, and other major pharma clients are investing heavily in risk management and supplier transparency. That means only prequalified, safety-forward companies will be invited to bid and work on these projects.
Getting ISNetworld compliant now—before the rush—can put you at the front of the line.
Don’t Let Paperwork Hold You Back from Billion-Dollar Opportunities
Pharma is booming. The only question is: Will your company be ready to take advantage of it?
Let Cascade QMS help you get compliant, stay organized, and unlock the full value of your ISNetworld account. We’re not just consultants—we’re your long-term compliance partner, here to help you grow with the industry’s biggest players.
