Data Security and Cybersecurity Incident Response

The contract requires support subcontractors to comply with the Texas Department of Transportation’s data protection standards, focusing on ensuring robust cybersecurity incident response and timely breach reporting procedures. Subcontractors must establish and maintain protocols that align with TxDOT’s requirements to safeguard sensitive transportation data, respond effectively to security incidents, and notify the agency of any breaches without undue delay. This includes implementing appropriate technical and administrative safeguards, conducting incident investigations, and cooperating fully during remediation efforts. Work under this subcontract is to be performed in Caldwell, Texas, and falls under NAICS code 541618, indicating it involves other scientific and technical consulting services related to cybersecurity. The solicitation was posted and is due on June 1, 2026, with no set-aside provisions specified, meaning it is open to all eligible parties. The contract emphasizes operational readiness and compliance, requiring subcontractors to demonstrate proven capabilities in handling data security incidents within a government transportation context, with a strong expectation of accountability, transparency, and adherence to state-mandated cybersecurity frameworks.