Cybersecurity and Covered Defense Information (CDI) Safeguarding

This contract focuses on the implementation and ongoing maintenance of cybersecurity controls specifically designed to protect covered defense information (CDI) within systems related to manufacturing, documentation, and data exchange. The contract is issued as a subcontract under the NAICS code 541512, which pertains to computer systems design services, reflecting the technical nature of the work involved. The Department of Defense, through its ASC Supplier Operations OEM Division, is the contracting agency overseeing this effort. The place of performance is identified as San Diego, with the specific postal code 92136-3581, indicating the geographic location where the work will be executed. The contract was posted on May 19, 2026, and responses are due by May 27, 2026, indicating a relatively short window for submission. The primary objective is to ensure that defense-related information handled in manufacturing and data systems remains secure and compliant with relevant cybersecurity requirements, safeguarding sensitive data against unauthorized access or breaches. The contract supports the Department of Defense’s broader mission to protect critical defense information and maintain the integrity of defense manufacturing processes.