Cybersecurity Compliance for Covered Defense Information

This contract requires the implementation of NIST Special Publication 800-171 controls to safeguard covered defense information throughout the performance of the subcontract. The contractor must establish and maintain a cybersecurity framework aligned with these federal standards to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise. Compliance includes adopting specific access controls, audit logging, incident response procedures, and system integrity safeguards as mandated by NIST SP 800-171, ensuring all systems handling covered defense information meet required security criteria. The contractor is also obligated to report any cyber incidents affecting covered defense information promptly and in accordance with prescribed government protocols. This includes identifying, containing, and notifying the appropriate authorities of security breaches or suspicious activities. The performance location is designated as FPO with a zip code of 09591, indicating operations may involve deployment in overseas or military-support environments. The contract falls under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services and is issued by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense. Responses are due by August 7, 2026, and the subcontract type indicates it is part of a larger prime contract ecosystem requiring strict adherence to federal cybersecurity mandates.