Cybersecurity Compliance for Covered Defense Information

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 controls to protect Covered Defense Information throughout the entire lifecycle of design, manufacturing, and delivery. Compliance with these cybersecurity standards is mandatory to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data handled during defense-related activities. The work is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541512, indicating it involves computer systems design services, and the performance location is specifically designated as Adelphi, Maryland, with a ZIP code of 20783. The offering is issued by the Department of Defense under the agency name W6QK Acc-Apg Adelphi, and responses must be submitted by August 11, 2026, at 3:30 PM ET, with the solicitation posted on August 4, 2026. There is no set-aside designation, and the opportunity is open to eligible parties without restriction based on size or status.