Cybersecurity Compliance for Covered Defense Information

This contract requires the implementation of comprehensive cybersecurity safeguards for systems handling covered defense information, with strict adherence to the National Institute of Standards and Technology Special Publication 800-171 standards. The contractor must establish, maintain, and validate a robust cybersecurity framework to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise. All systems must be configured to meet the specific security controls outlined in NIST SP 800-171, including access control, audit and accountability, risk assessment, and system and communications protection. Additionally, the contractor is obligated to report any cyber incidents promptly and in accordance with federal guidelines, ensuring timely notification and cooperation with relevant defense authorities during investigations or response efforts. The contract is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Defense, specifically issued by the ASC Commodities Division, and is tied to a place of performance in Barstow, California, with a ZIP code of 92311-5014. It is classified under NAICS code 541512, indicating it involves custom computer programming services related to cybersecurity implementation. The solicitation was posted on July 19, 2026, with a mandatory response deadline of July 27, 2026, requiring interested parties to submit proposals within this narrow window. There is no set-aside designation, and the contract is open to eligible subcontractors regardless of organizational type, though full compliance with defense cybersecurity mandates is non-negotiable and essential for award consideration.