Cybersecurity Compliance for Covered Defense Information

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 security controls across systems that handle Covered Defense Information or Controlled Unclassified Information to ensure full compliance with Department of Defense requirements. The work must prepare the contractor for a formal assessment under DFARS 252.204-7012, confirming that all necessary safeguards are in place to protect sensitive defense data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise. This includes configuring technical, administrative, and physical controls aligned with the NIST framework and maintaining documentation to demonstrate continuous compliance. The performance location is in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, with a ZIP code of 17050-2411, and the contract falls under the NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services. The solicitation was posted on July 30, 2026, with responses due by August 10, 2026, and it is classified as a subcontract. The contracting entity is part of the Department of Defense under the organization name Construction & Equipment Manu & Con, indicating this effort supports defense-related manufacturing or systems integration. Contractors must be prepared to demonstrate a robust cybersecurity posture, undergo evaluation, and sustain compliance throughout the contract term, with strict adherence to federal standards governing CUI handling.