DFARS Cybersecurity and Information Safeguarding

This contract requires the implementation of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to protect Covered Defense Information and ensure compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012, which mandates safeguarding measures for sensitive data handled under Department of Defense contracts. The contractor must establish and maintain a robust cybersecurity framework that includes access control, audit and accountability, configuration management, and incident response capabilities, all aligned with the NIST standard. Additionally, the contractor is obligated to promptly report any cybersecurity incidents involving CDI in accordance with DFARS requirements and to position themselves for future CMMC certification readiness, demonstrating a proactive approach to evolving defense cybersecurity standards. The work is to be performed at the specified place of performance in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a compliance deadline for submission by August 21, 2026. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541512, indicating it relates to computer systems design services. The solicitation is issued by the Fluid Handling Division of the Department of Defense, which expects the contractor to meet all federal cybersecurity obligations without reliance on external set-aside provisions, and to maintain documentation and practices that support verification during audits or assessments, underscoring the critical nature of continuous compliance and operational security in supporting national defense systems.