Cybersecurity and Covered Defense Information Safeguarding

This contract requires the implementation of NIST Special Publication 800-171 controls to protect covered defense information within contractor systems, ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards for safeguarding sensitive military data. The requirement is part of a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, reserved exclusively for small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration, with the North American Industry Classification System code 541512 indicating a focus on computer systems design services. The effort is directed by the Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate within the Department of Defense and must be completed in accordance with the specified timeline, with proposals due by August 14, 2026, and the solicitation posted on July 30, 2026. Performance of the work is not restricted to a specific location, and the contract is accessible through the DIBBS portal for interested small businesses seeking to respond.