Classified Information Security & Access Compliance

This contract pertains to the vetting and authorization of support personnel who will handle classified information under the strict compliance requirements of DOE Order 472.2 and applicable NIST standards. The work involves ensuring all individuals granted access to classified materials undergo thorough background screenings, security clearances, and ongoing compliance monitoring to meet federal safeguards for sensitive information. The effort is centered on maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of classified data throughout its lifecycle within the designated work environment. The subcontract is issued by Oak Ridge National Laboratory under the Department of Energy and is performance-bound to Oak Ridge, Tennessee, with a response deadline of July 31, 2026. It falls under NAICS code 541612 for management, scientific, and technical consulting services, indicating a focus on advisory and compliance-driven support rather than direct operational duties. The solicitation is open to eligible subcontractors capable of providing security vetting infrastructure and processes aligned with federal nuclear and national security protocols, with all activities required to adhere to the highest levels of information security discipline as mandated by the Department of Energy.