Cybersecurity Compliance for Covered Defense Information

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST Special Publication 800-171 security controls to safeguard covered defense information entrusted to the contractor. Compliance with these controls is mandatory to ensure the protection of sensitive data against unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise, as mandated by the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement. The contractor must also establish and maintain procedures for timely reporting of any cyber incidents affecting covered defense information in accordance with DFARS requirements, including escalation and documentation protocols. This subcontract is solicited under NAICS code 541512, which pertains to computer systems design services, and is issued by the Department of Defense under the organization name Construction & Equipment T & IFO EQ. The solicitation was posted on July 28, 2026, with a response deadline of August 10, 2026. Performance is expected to occur at an unspecified location, and no set-aside provisions or specialized contractor categories are indicated. All work must align strictly with federal cybersecurity standards, and failure to meet compliance obligations may result in contract default or financial penalties.