Cybersecurity and IT System Safeguarding

This contract requires the contractor to implement robust cybersecurity measures to protect information systems handling Federal Contract Information in compliance with NIST SP 800-171 standards. Specific requirements include enforcing strict access control, enforcing secure authentication methods, continuously monitoring system activity, and promptly reporting any cybersecurity incidents. The contractor must ensure all safeguards are in place to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or modification of sensitive data processed or stored on their systems. The effort is scoped to support federal operations under the Department of Veterans Affairs and is designated as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set Aside. The work is to be performed at a location in Temple, Texas with a ZIP code of 76504-7451. Subcontractors must respond no later than August 19, 2026 and the solicitation was posted on July 24, 2026. The NAICS code 541512 identifies this as an information technology services requirement, and the contracting office is identified as the 257-NETWORK Contract Office 17.