Cybersecurity Compliance and Covered Defense Information Safeguarding

The contract requires implementation of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard covered defense information within systems and software, ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards. This includes establishing and maintaining robust configuration management, strict access controls, and timely incident reporting procedures to protect sensitive data throughout its lifecycle. All systems must be configured to meet the specified security requirements, with ongoing monitoring and enforcement to prevent unauthorized access or data breaches. This is a subcontract under the Department of Defense, with a place of performance in zip code 78234, and falls under NAICS code 541512 for custom computer programming services. The solicitation was posted on August 5, 2026, with a response deadline of August 14, 2026. Contractors must demonstrate the capability to comply with NIST SP 800-171 standards and provide evidence of implemented controls, incident response readiness, and secure system configurations as part of their proposal. Compliance is mandatory for contract award and ongoing performance.