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Federal-Grade Settlement Infrastructure

Orkid Labs is a SAM.GOV registered, UEI-verified, audit-ready clearing layer for government contractors, treasury directors, and compliance officers. Non-custodial architecture, MEV-protected execution, and dual-ledger audit records — built for procurement, not retail crypto.

VERIFICATION STATUS

SAM.GOV REGISTERED
UEI V5YPQ8DWXFX9
CAGE 18NQ1
GENIUS ACT COMPLIANT

Why government contractors choose Orkid

Institutional settlement infrastructure engineered for audit, procurement, and compliance — not speculation.

Audit-ready settlement records

Every settlement writes an immutable dual-ledger record — HTS state change plus HCS memo with a zero-knowledge proof — producing a tamper-evident, timestamped audit trail that satisfies compliance and review requirements.

Non-custodial architecture

Orkid never holds customer funds or private keys. Intent-based execution with ZK memos and Hedera settlement removes counterparty risk and simplifies the custody posture for procurement officers and treasury directors.

MEV-protected execution

No front-running, no sandwich attacks, no extractable value leakage. Settlement is deterministic and predictable — the price you submit is the price you settle, with a full execution record attached.

FAR/DFARS-aligned documentation

System Security Plan, control evidence, and compliance packages mapped to NIST/FAR expectations are available on request. Documentation is structured to slot into existing procurement and authorization workflows.

Use cases for government contracting

Three scenarios where Orkid infrastructure fits a federal or institutional mandate.

Treasury settlement in stablecoins

Settle treasury obligations in stablecoins with a complete, immutable audit trail. Dual-ledger records (HTS + HCS) give compliance officers and auditors a single source of truth for every transaction, with no reconciliation gaps.

Cross-chain capital deployment

Deploy capital across EVM chains with EVM intent capture and Hedera settlement, preserving a unified compliance record regardless of source chain. Every movement is logged, ordered, and provable.

Procurement-ready infrastructure

Transparent, flat 9 bps pricing with no hidden fees or extractive mechanics. Procurement officers get predictable cost structures and documentation that fits standard contract and invoicing workflows.

Compliance credentials

Orkid Labs operates as a Delaware C-Corp with active federal registration and a documented compliance posture mapped to NIST/FAR expectations. Our credentials support procurement, authorization, and audit workflows.

CREDENTIAL SUMMARY

  • SAM.GOV Registered — active federal entity registration eligible for procurement and direct award.
  • UEI V5YPQ8DWXFX9 — government-issued Unique Entity Identifier for validation and routing.
  • CAGE 18NQ1 — Commercial and Government Entity code for identification across federal systems.
  • Genius Act Compliant — represents compliance with the Genius Act (S.2, 2025) and applicable FAR provisions as a Federal Law Compliance-Ready Sole Source provider, grandfathered effective 2025-01-04.

For the full compliance posture, control checklist, and documentation request process, see the compliance page.

Engagement model

Three tiers, from initial assessment to fully managed settlement operations.

ASSESSMENT

Strategy interview + infrastructure audit

  • Scoped strategy interview with leadership
  • Infrastructure and settlement audit against your requirements
  • Fit assessment and procurement-ready summary

INTEGRATION

Custom SDK/API integration + compliance documentation

  • Custom SDK or API integration with your systems
  • Compliance documentation package (SSP, control evidence)
  • Joint testing and settlement validation

MANAGED

Ongoing settlement operations + quarterly compliance reviews

  • Ongoing settlement operations and monitoring
  • Quarterly compliance and audit reviews
  • Dedicated operator access and escalation channels

Frequently asked questions

Is Orkid Labs registered with SAM.GOV?

Yes. Orkid Labs is registered in SAM.GOV as a Delaware C-Corp eligible for federal procurement. Our active registration includes a verified Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code, enabling direct award and contract vehicles.

What does UEI V5YPQ8DWXFX9 mean for procurement?

The Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) V5YPQ8DWXFX9 is the government-issued identifier that uniquely identifies Orkid Labs across all federal systems. Procurement officers use it to validate our entity, confirm registration status, and route solicitations or awards to the correct legal entity.

How does the Genius Act compliance work?

Orkid Labs represents that it meets the conditions described in the Genius Act (S.2, 2025) and applicable FAR provisions as a Federal Law Compliance-Ready Sole Source provider, grandfathered effective 2025-01-04. Supporting documentation is available on request and may require an NDA or LOA before release.

Can Orkid infrastructure be procured through sole-source?

Yes. Orkid is positioned as a narrower, higher-touch provider with unique capabilities — non-custodial clearing, MEV-protected execution, and dual-ledger audit records — that are not reasonably available from other sources. This supports sole-source justification under applicable FAR provisions.

What audit records does the system produce?

Every settlement produces an immutable, dual-ledger record: a Hedera Token Service (HTS) state change and a Hedera Consensus Service (HCS) memo with a zero-knowledge proof. Together these form a tamper-evident audit trail with timestamps, ordering guarantees, and cryptographic integrity suitable for compliance review.

Is the infrastructure non-custodial?

Yes. Orkid is a non-custodial clearing layer — we never hold customer funds or private keys. Settlement is executed via intent and zero-knowledge memos with settlement on Hedera, eliminating counterparty risk and simplifying the custody and risk posture for procurement and compliance review.

Schedule Your Strategy Interview

Talk to Orkid Labs leadership about your settlement, treasury, or procurement requirements. The initial strategy interview is complimentary for qualified institutional clients and government contractors.

UEI V5YPQ8DWXFX9 · CAGE 18NQ1 · Delaware C-Corp · SAM.GOV Registered

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