Cybersecurity Certification & Accreditation (C&A) Support

This contract entails providing comprehensive Certification and Accreditation (C&A) support for United States Geological Survey (USGS) IT systems throughout their full lifecycle. The contractor will be responsible for tasks including security categorization, preparation and management of documentation, conducting risk assessments, and coordinating with Authorizing Officials to ensure compliance with established federal cybersecurity standards such as NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 1 and FIPS 199. The opportunity is a subcontract designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, aligned with NAICS code 541611, which pertains to administrative management and general management consulting services. It is issued by the Department of the Interior’s Office of Acquisition Grants-National, with a submission deadline set for June 11, 2026. The work location and specific points of contact have not been disclosed.