IT Security Compliance and Certification (C&A)

This subcontract opportunity, titled "IT Security Compliance and Certification (C&A)," is focused on ensuring adherence to the Department of the Interior's System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) guidelines, NIST SP 800-64, and Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS). The contract's primary objective is to support the certification and accreditation processes of IT systems, ensuring these systems meet the required security and compliance standards. As a total small business set-aside under the Small Business Administration (SBA) regulations (FAR 19.5), this opportunity emphasizes small business participation in delivering specialized IT security services. The solicitation was posted on May 23, 2026, with a response deadline set for June 5, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 541690, indicating a focus on other scientific and technical consulting services. Although specific location details for the office and place of performance are not provided, the contracting agency is the Department of the Interior's Office of Acquisition Grants in Denver. This contract calls for expertise in information security compliance, certification, and accreditation to support critical IT systems within a federal environment, ensuring alignment with federal security mandates and standards.