Cybersecurity and Covered Defense Information Safeguarding

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard covered defense information, ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards for nonfederal systems handling sensitive military data. This includes establishing robust access controls, audit logging, configuration management, and incident response protocols to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss of protected information. Contractors must also be prepared to promptly report any cybersecurity incidents and preserve all related data for investigation and regulatory review, maintaining full operational readiness to meet defense department requirements. Performance is focused in Pascagoula, Mississippi, under the oversight of the Department of Defense through the Maritime Supply Chain office. The work is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541512, indicating it involves computer systems design and related services. Bids must be submitted by June 25, 2026, with the solicitation posted on June 14, 2026, providing a limited window for response. All work must align strictly with NIST guidelines and be executed in a manner that upholds the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of covered defense information throughout the lifecycle of the contract.