Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Compliance

This contract requires strict adherence to federal student data privacy laws including FERPA, COPPA, and PPRA through the implementation of robust data safeguards, comprehensive breach response protocols, and full audit readiness for all systems handling student information. The subcontractor must ensure that technical, administrative, and physical controls are in place to protect personally identifiable information, respond promptly and effectively to any data incidents, and maintain documentation and processes that demonstrate ongoing compliance under regulatory scrutiny. The contract is classified under NAICS code 541690 and is issued by the Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration under the MPTAP program, with a submission deadline of July 28, 2026. It is open to eligible subcontractors and places specific emphasis on operational reliability and legal compliance rather than location or set-aside status, requiring the contractor to be prepared for rigorous evaluation of their data privacy practices regardless of geographic placement.