Notice of Intent to Sole Source - CISEN-SDN (Software Defined Network) Iron Edge Gateway
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Solicitation number
- M68450-25-Q-U011
- Agency
-
Marine Corps
Department of the Navy, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 541519 Other Computer Related Services
- PSC
- 7H20 It And Telecom - Platform Products: Database, Mainframe, Middleware (Hw, Perpetual License Software)
- Place of performance
- Camp Pendleton, California 92055, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The United States Marine Corps 1st Expeditionary Contracting Office, 1st Marine Logistics Group has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a sole source contract to Cyber Intell Solution, LLC for the procurement of an Iron Edge Gateway with CISEN-SDN (Software Defined Network) technology. The contract is set aside for small businesses and specifically targets a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concern (SDVOSB). This procurement falls under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1 provision allowing for sole source awards when only one responsible source can satisfy agency requirements. The notice was posted on August 27, 2025, with responses due by September 4, 2025. The Marine Corps justifies this sole source approach based on the proprietary nature of the required technology and the vendor's exclusive capabilities.
The primary objective of this procurement is to acquire advanced cybersecurity technology featuring post-quantum cryptography capabilities and dynamic network configuration solutions. The Iron Edge Gateway incorporates patented CISEN-SDN technology protected under U.S. Patent No. US12101297B2, which provides plug-and-play functionality with universal network compatibility and enhanced security features including Kyber 1024 Level 5 cryptography. Contractors have until September 4, 2025, to respond to this notice, though the Marine Corps has already identified Cyber Intell Solution, LLC as the sole capable supplier. The eligibility is restricted to the named vendor due to their exclusive ownership of the proprietary technology, which is not licensed to any third-party vendors or distributors. This procurement represents the Marine Corps' initiative to implement cutting-edge network security solutions that can operate in both post-quantum cryptography environments and hybrid configurations compatible with standard encryption protocols.
Notice text
The United States Marine Corps 1st Expeditionary Contracting Office, 1st Marine Logistics Group hereby gives notice of intent to award a purchase order to CYBER INTELL SOLUTION, LLC (CAGE Code: 82LL6), a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concern (SDVOSB) on a sole source basis in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1 Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.
This requirement is to procure (1) Iron Edge Gateway with CISEN-PQC,ML-KEM (Proprietary Software -Transport Solution): Professional.
CISEN-SDN (Software Defined Network) is a dynamic, flexible solution that supports various network configurations and answers diverse implementation requirements. Agnostic in nature, the SDN networks can be configured as an end-to-end Post Quantum Cryptography (PQC) environment or a fusion PQC environment compatible with standard encryption protocols found in most commercially available hardware.
The Iron Edge Gateway is ingeniously designed as a plug-and-play solution, ensuring seamless integration into any network environment. This feature provides a reliable and secure connection, making it exceptionally user-friendly and easy to use.
Proprietary Rights: The Iron Edge Gateway (CISEN appliance) incorporates the patented CISEN-SDN technology, protected under U.S. Patent No. US12101297B2. Full details are available here: U.S. Patent US12101297B2. This intellectual property protection restricts competition when procuring the Iron Edge Gateway in the open market.
Sole Source Justification Note:
Cyber Intell Solution, LLC is the only source capable of supplying the Iron Edge Gateway (CISEN appliance) as it is proprietary, patented technology not licensed to any third-party vendors or distributors. No other commercial product can provide identical functionality, security framework, or integration of CISEN-SDN capabilities. As a result, procurement must be made directly from Cyber Intell Solution, LLC.
THIS NOTICE OF INTENT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES. However, all responsible sources may
submit a capability statement, which, if received within five (5) calendar days after the date of the publication of this notice and by the deadline will be considered. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete this requirement based upon responses received as a result of this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.
Responses shall be emailed to oshane.r.francis@usmc.mil no later than 04 September 2025, 12:00
PM PacificTime. Late responses will not be considered.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| A1 - Sole Source Determination- signed.pdf |
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