Cybersecurity & Covered Defense Information Safeguarding

The contract requires the implementation of NIST Special Publication 800-171 basic safeguarding controls to ensure the protection of contractor systems that handle covered defense information, as mandated by DFARS clauses. This subcontract is focused on establishing and maintaining cybersecurity measures to securely process, store, and transmit sensitive defense data, aligning with federal standards for information protection. The performance location is designated as West Bath, Maine, with a zip code of 04530, and the work is being managed under the Defense Logistics Agency within the Department of Defense. The NAICS code 541512 indicates the scope pertains to computer systems design services, specifying the nature of the technical support and cybersecurity implementation required. The solicitation opened on July 14, 2026, with a firm response deadline of July 27, 2026, leaving a narrow window for interested parties to submit proposals. As a subcontract, the contract does not involve direct award by the agency but rather integrates into a larger procurement structure where the prime contractor must ensure compliance by its subcontractors. The absence of set-aside designation means all eligible entities may compete, though successful bidders must demonstrate proven capability to implement and maintain NIST 800-171 controls, including access control, audit, configuration management, and incident response. Compliance is non-negotiable, given the sensitive nature of covered defense information and the strict requirements embedded in DFARS regulations governing defense contractors.