Cybersecurity and Covered Defense Information Safeguarding

This contract requires the implementation of basic safeguarding controls outlined in NIST Special Publication 800-171 for any contractor information systems that process, store, or transmit covered defense information. The requirement is mandated under clause 52.240-93 and applies to all subcontractors handling such information, ensuring baseline cybersecurity protections are in place to defend against unauthorized access and data breaches. The scope encompasses technical, administrative, and physical safeguards designed to meet federal standards for protecting sensitive defense data on nonfederal systems. The contract is issued as a subcontract under the Department of Defense, specifically managed by the Defense Logistics Agency, with the NAICS code 541512 indicating it relates to custom computer programming services. It was posted on July 16, 2026, and the place of performance and point of contact details are unspecified. Compliance with the NIST SP 800-171 controls is mandatory and non-negotiable, forming a critical component of the subcontractor’s obligation to secure covered defense information throughout its lifecycle. The contract’s validity and obligations are tied directly to the handling of defense-related data, regardless of the specific location or organizational structure of the subcontractor.