Cybersecurity Compliance and CDI Safeguarding

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of cybersecurity controls to safeguard Covered Defense Information in full compliance with NIST SP 800-171 and DFARS 252.204-7012, with a mandatory CMMC Level 2 self-assessment to validate alignment with required security practices. The obligations encompass the full lifecycle of protection measures, from initial configuration and system hardening to continuous monitoring, incident response readiness, and documentation of compliance efforts, ensuring that all systems hosting CDI meet stringent federal defense cybersecurity standards. This subcontract is tied to a specific performance location in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a ZIP code of 17070-5002, indicating the physical and operational scope of the security environment involved. The solicitation, issued under NAICS code 541512 for Computer Systems Design Services, is managed by the ASC SUPPLIER OPER OEM DIVISION under the Department of Defense, with a response deadline of July 23, 2026, and an initial posting date of July 15, 2026. The subcontractor must be prepared to demonstrate capability not only in deploying technical safeguards but also in maintaining audit-ready records and internal assessments that validate adherence to the CMMC Level 2 framework. As a subcontract under a larger defense contract, the successful bidder must integrate seamlessly into the supply chain's cybersecurity posture, ensuring no gaps exist between their controlled environment and the overarching requirements set by federal defense regulations.