Cybersecurity Compliance and Incident Reporting

The contract involves the implementation and ongoing maintenance of cybersecurity controls in accordance with the NIST SP 800-171 standard, which focuses on protecting Controlled Unclassified Information in non-federal systems and organizations. It also includes the requirement to report any cyber incidents through the Defense Industrial Base Network (DIBNET) within a strict 72-hour window. The contract is categorized as a subcontract and is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC), under the NAICS code 541512, which pertains to computer systems design services. The Department of Defense, through its DLA Maritime - Puget Sound office, is the contracting agency overseeing this initiative. The place of performance is Silverdale, with a ZIP code of 98315. The contract was posted on May 7, 2026, with a response deadline set shortly after, on May 9, 2026. This effort emphasizes strong cybersecurity practices for defense-related contractors, ensuring timely incident reporting and adherence to federal cybersecurity standards to protect sensitive information within the defense supply chain.