Cybersecurity and Covered Defense Information Safeguarding

This contract requires strict adherence to cybersecurity standards for the protection of covered defense information within information systems, specifically mandating compliance with NIST SP 800-171 guidelines to ensure robust safeguarding measures are implemented. All subcontractors must establish and maintain controls designed to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise of sensitive data, with a clear emphasis on continuous monitoring, access restriction, and data integrity. Any cyber incident affecting these systems must be reported promptly to the appropriate Department of Defense authorities, ensuring timely response and mitigation in alignment with federal cyber incident reporting requirements. The contract is structured as a subcontract under the NAICS code 541512, associated with the Medical Supply Chain Pharm FSA within the Department of Defense, and performance is designated for APO 09094-3219. The solicitation opened on July 15, 2026, with a firm response deadline of July 21, 2026, leaving a narrow window for interested parties to submit proposals. While no set-aside type is specified, the requirement applies to all qualified subcontractors expected to handle covered defense information, and the absence of a point of contact necessitates reliance on the official DIBBS portal for further details and submissions.