Cybersecurity & Data Protection Compliance (for PII Handling)

The contract requires compliance with stringent cybersecurity standards for all systems and processes that handle sensitive county data, with a primary focus on protecting personally identifiable information. Contractors must implement robust PII protection protocols to ensure data confidentiality, integrity, and availability in alignment with established security frameworks. A mandatory requirement includes maintaining $5 million in cyber liability insurance to mitigate financial risk associated with potential data breaches or cybersecurity incidents. The subcontract is issued by San Mateo County in California under NAICS code 541612 for computer systems design services and is open for bids until July 21, 2026. Performance is expected to support county operations within California, though exact location details are unspecified, and all parties must be prepared to meet rigorous compliance benchmarks without deviation.