Cybersecurity and IT System Safeguarding

The contract mandates the full implementation of NIST Special Publication 800-171 security controls for contractor information systems that process, store, or transmit controlled unclassified information, as required by DFARS clause 252.204-7012. This subcontract is focused on ensuring comprehensive cybersecurity safeguards are established and maintained to protect CUI against unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise, aligning with Department of Defense standards for information system integrity and confidentiality. All technical and procedural requirements under NIST SP 800-171 must be fully integrated into the contractor’s information environment, with documented evidence of compliance ready for assessment. The contract is issued under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services and relates to work performed at New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a response deadline of July 20, 2026. It is managed by the Electrical Devices Division within the Department of Defense and requires the contractor to demonstrate the ability to meet stringent federal cybersecurity obligations without exception. Failure to implement or maintain the prescribed controls will constitute a material breach of contractual obligations, potentially resulting in termination or financial penalties. The contracting entity expects robust documentation, continuous monitoring, and prompt reporting of any cybersecurity incidents affecting CUI systems.