Cybersecurity and Covered Defense Information (CDI) Safeguarding

The contract requires the implementation of comprehensive cybersecurity measures to safeguard covered defense information during all design and manufacturing phases, ensuring full compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012 and the NIST SP 800-171 framework. This subcontract mandates strict adherence to security controls designed to protect sensitive defense data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise, with all activities centered around the place of performance in Cherry Point, North Carolina. The contractor must establish, maintain, and continuously monitor a secure environment that aligns with federal cybersecurity standards throughout the lifecycle of the work performed. The solicitation is issued by the Department of Defense through the DLA Fleet Readiness Center DLA PSC under NAICS code 541512, with a response deadline of July 17, 2026. The contract focuses exclusively on securing covered defense information and does not involve any specific set-aside provisions. While no point of contact is listed, interested parties must submit responses through the designated DIBBS portal before the deadline to be considered for award. The successful bidder will be responsible for demonstrating full capability to implement, document, and sustain all required cybersecurity controls without deviation from the specified regulatory requirements.