NOI to Sole Source -Monarch Hardware and Software Maintenance Support
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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 Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) Acquisition Directorate has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source, firm-fixed-price contract to 3dB Labs, Inc. for Monarch Hardware and Software Maintenance Support. This action is for the Pentagon Force Protection Agency (PFPA) Investigations & Intelligence Division / Counterintelligence (IID/CI) and is not a request for quotes or proposals. Interested parties must submit capability statements by May 20, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. EST.
Scope of Work
The intended sole source award to 3dB Labs, Inc. includes:
- Upgrading the MONARCH operating system kickstart image to the latest version of Rocky.
- Providing software support and maintenance for SCEPTRE-10G-ITAR (specific serial numbers).
- Upgrading a SCEPTRE-10G-ITAR serial number to SCEPTRE-PRO-ITAR.
- Providing software support and maintenance for SCEP-TRE-PRO-ITAR (specific serial numbers). These services are crucial for enhancing PFPA's IID/CI capabilities.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Sole Source Notice of Intent)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- Response Due: May 20, 2026, 10:00 A.M. EST
- Published: May 6, 2026
- Place of Performance: Springfield, VA 22150, United States
Evaluation
This notice serves as market research. Responsible sources who believe they can provide the specified Monarch Hardware and software support for PFPA are strongly encouraged to submit a capability statement. This statement should clearly demonstrate their unique ability to meet the requirements. The information gathered will help WHS/AD determine if a competitive procurement is warranted for these services.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation for proposals or quotations. All questions regarding this notice should be directed to whs.pentagon.ad.mbx.essd-security@mail.mil. The primary point of contact is Joshua Murray (joshua.j.murray17.civ@mail.mil, 571-309-8489).