SENTINEL Secure Chat Servers
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 Naval Information Warfare Command (NIWC) Atlantic intends to procure SENTINEL Secure Chat Servers via a Firm-Fixed Price purchase order. This is a single-source solicitation with the intent to award noncompetitively to Trusted Solutions LLC, a small business. However, in accordance with FAR 6.302-1, all responsible sources are invited to submit capability statements, proposals, or quotations for consideration. Responses are due by April 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of commercial SENTINEL Secure Chat Servers. Specific details are available in the attached Request for Quotation (RFQ).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order (intended noncompetitive award)
- NAICS Code: 541511 (Computer Systems Design Services)
- Size Standard: $34 million
- Intended Awardee: Trusted Solutions LLC (Small Business)
- Authority: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) for noncompetitive negotiation
- Response Due: April 30, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT
- Published: April 16, 2026
Submission & Contact
Responsible sources interested in this requirement may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for agency consideration. For specific details, refer to the attached RFQ.
Primary Point of Contact: Brianna Busby Email: brianna.a.busby2.civ@us.navy.mil Phone: 757-541-6824