Cybersecurity Compliance and CDI Safeguarding

The contract requires full implementation of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard Covered Defense Information, ensuring all required technical, administrative, and physical safeguards are in place to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise. Compliance with these controls is mandatory and must be maintained throughout the performance period to meet federal cybersecurity standards for handling sensitive government data. In addition to safeguarding CDI, the contractor must establish and maintain a capability to report any cyber incidents involving the information within 72 hours of discovery, in alignment with DFARS 252.204-7012, including timely notification to the appropriate Department of Defense entities and adherence to all reporting documentation requirements. This is a subcontract under the Department of Defense’s Maritime Supply Chain initiative, classified under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services. The solicitation was posted on July 22, 2026, with responses due by August 6, 2026, and performance is expected to support defense-related operations requiring secure information handling. The contractor must demonstrate proven capability in executing cybersecurity frameworks, maintaining audit trails, and responding to cyber threats in a compliant and timely manner. All systems and processes must be configured to meet DoD standards without exception, and failure to uphold these requirements may result in contract termination or liability for security breaches.