Cybersecurity Architecture & CMMC Compliance

The contract requires the design and implementation of secure IT systems that meet the stringent cybersecurity standards set forth by CMMC Levels 1 through 3, NIST SP 800-171, and DFARS regulations, specifically for the handling of Federal Contract Information and Controlled Unclassified Information. The work involves building end-to-end architectures that ensure compliance across technical, procedural, and administrative controls, with a focus on protecting sensitive data throughout its lifecycle. All systems must be engineered to pass third-party assessments and maintain continuous compliance under evolving federal cybersecurity mandates. This is a subcontract issued by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s Information Processing Technologies Office under the Department of Defense, targeting organizations with proven expertise in defense-oriented cybersecurity frameworks. The solicitation was posted on June 22, 2026, with a response deadline of June 22, 2027, and falls under NAICS code 541350 for computer and systems design services. Although no specific location for performance is listed, the work is expected to support DoD missions and may involve coordination with federal contractors and internal defense teams. The contract does not specify a set-aside status, indicating it is open to all qualified bidders regardless of size or certification.