Cybersecurity & Compliance Support for Covered Defense Information

This contract focuses on providing cybersecurity and compliance support specifically for systems that handle covered defense information (CDI) such as order, inspection, or payment data. The core requirement is to ensure adherence to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-171 and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clause 252.204-7012, which establishes stringent cybersecurity standards for protecting sensitive defense-related information. The contract, classified as a subcontract under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 541611, is issued by the Department of Defense through its Subsistence FSE Supply Chain office. The work will be performed in San Diego, California, and responses to the solicitation must be submitted by June 1, 2026. The contract primarily targets organizations capable of maintaining rigorous cybersecurity controls to safeguard covered defense information in compliance with federal mandates, supporting the Department of Defense’s efforts to strengthen supply chain security.