Cybersecurity & Covered Defense Information Safeguarding

This contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST Special Publication 800-171 security controls to safeguard covered defense information, ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards for contractors handling sensitive government data. The work includes establishing technical and administrative safeguards, monitoring systems for vulnerabilities, and maintaining audit readiness to demonstrate continuous adherence to the required controls. Incident reporting procedures must be in place to promptly identify, contain, and report any cybersecurity events affecting covered defense information, with clear documentation and response protocols to meet federal obligations. The contract is structured as a small business set-aside under the SBA program, reserved exclusively for total small businesses, and falls under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services. It is issued by the Department of Defense through the Maritime Supply Chain office, with performance expected to support critical defense infrastructure. The solicitation was posted on July 15, 2026, and responses are due by July 30, 2026, with the work to be conducted under a subcontract arrangement. All activities must align with the full scope of NIST SP 800-171 requirements, including documentation, training, and continuous improvement processes to ensure sustained compliance and defense data protection.