CPB Cyber Training

The Department of the Army Materiel Command Army Contracting Command Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC Aberdeen Proving Ground) has issued a Special Notice for a noncompetitive contract with Security Onion Solutions focused on Cyber Protection Brigade Training. The notice, published on April 29, 2025, outlines the government's intent to award a sole source contract under 10 U.S.C. 2304(d)(1)(B) in the Professional and Management Development Training category. The training will be conducted at Fort Eisenhower, GA, and will encompass comprehensive training services for the United States Army Cyber Protection Brigade. The contract will include exam vouchers, personnel, equipment, supplies, tools, materials, and instructional support in a classroom environment. The procurement will utilize NAICS code 611430 and is categorized under the Education/Training-General product service code.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to provide an opportunity for potential contractors to demonstrate how competition could be advantageous to the government before finalizing the sole source procurement. Interested parties have until 9:00 am Arizona time on May 5th, 2025, to submit evidence challenging the sole source approach. Contractors wishing to provide input should email Monica Gjerde, the Purchasing Agent, at monica.a.gjerde.civ@army.mil with their competitive analysis or alternative proposals. The government maintains full discretion to evaluate any submitted responses and determine whether to proceed with the current procurement strategy. While the notice does not specify explicit eligibility criteria beyond the ability to provide competitive insights, potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate technical capability, relevant experience in cyber training, and potential cost advantages. The ultimate goal is to ensure the Army receives the most effective and efficient training solution for the Cyber Protection Brigade.