Operations Security (OPSEC) Program Management

The contract requires the establishment and consistent management of an Operations Security (OPSEC) program in full alignment with NSPM-28 guidelines. This includes the designation of a dedicated OPSEC manager responsible for overseeing all program elements, conducting annual reviews to ensure ongoing compliance and effectiveness, and delivering mandatory OPSEC training to every individual involved in the project. The program must be implemented with rigor to safeguard sensitive information and mitigate potential threats throughout the lifecycle of the work. All activities must adhere to the standards prescribed by NSPM-28 and be executed with attention to detail and accountability. This is a small business set-aside subcontract under the SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside category, classified under NAICS code 541611 for management consulting services. The contract is issued by Nuwc Division Newport, part of the Department of Defense, and is intended to support operational security needs within a defense-related project. Responses are due by July 29, 2026, and the opportunity was posted on July 23, 2026. While specific performance location details are not provided, the work will be carried out in support of the agency’s broader mission requirements, requiring full compliance with federal security protocols and a proven ability to manage sensitive defense-related operations.