Export-Controlled Technical Data Handling and Cybersecurity Compliance

This contract requires the secure handling and protection of export-controlled technical data associated with bench design and materials, with strict adherence to ITAR, EAR, DFARS 252.204-7012, and NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity standards. All subcontractors must implement robust information security measures to safeguard sensitive technical information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise, ensuring compliance with federal export control regulations throughout the performance period. The scope encompasses both physical and digital safeguards for data, including access controls, encryption, audit logging, and incident reporting protocols aligned with NIST guidelines. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541512, issued by the Department of Defense through the Maritime Supply Chain office, with performance taking place at FPO, ZIP 96349. Responses are due by July 23, 2026, and the solicitation was posted on July 12, 2026. Compliance with these cybersecurity and export control requirements is mandatory for award consideration, and failure to meet the specified controls may result in disqualification or contract termination. The nature of the work demands a high level of operational security and regulatory awareness, particularly given the sensitivity of the technical data involved and its potential national security implications.