Cybersecurity and Controlled Information Safeguarding

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity controls to safeguard covered defense information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise. Compliance with these controls is mandatory to meet the Federal Acquisition Regulation requirement under DFARS, ensuring that all systems handling sensitive defense data are secured according to federal standards. The contractor must also establish and operate a compliant incident reporting process to promptly notify appropriate authorities of any cybersecurity incidents affecting covered information, including timely documentation and remediation efforts. The work is performed under a subcontract classified under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services, with the place of performance designated as FPO 96692. The solicitation was posted on July 5, 2026, and responses are due by July 16, 2026. The contracting entity is the Department of Defense through its Land Supply Chain organization, and the successful bidder will be expected to maintain continuous compliance with all applicable cybersecurity standards throughout the contract period, with no set-aside provisions currently specified. All activities must align with the broader defense industrial base security framework to protect national security interests.