Cybersecurity and Information Safeguarding (Non-IT)

The contract mandates the implementation of fundamental safeguarding measures for contractor information systems that handle federal data, in accordance with FAR 52.240-93, and applies to any subcontractor involved in contract administration activities. These safeguards are designed to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise, ensuring compliance with federal standards even though the systems involved are classified as non-IT. The requirement extends to all subcontractors regardless of size, but the opportunity is restricted to small businesses under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, as defined by the SBA and FAR 19.5, meaning only small businesses can bid and win. The solicitation is tied to NAICS code 541512, indicating it relates to computer systems design services, and the performance location is specifically designated as Moses Lake with ZIP code 98837. The contracting agency is the Department of Agriculture, operating under the Mrpbs Minneapolis Mn office, though no specific point of contact or detailed address information is provided. The posting date is May 5, 2026, with responses due by 5:00 PM Eastern Time on May 11, 2026, leaving a narrow window for submission. Interested parties must ensure their systems and processes meet the baseline cybersecurity protections outlined in the regulation and are fully prepared to demonstrate compliance by the deadline.