Regulatory Compliance and Cybersecurity for Covered Defense Information

The contract requires full implementation of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard covered defense information and ensure compliance with DFARS cybersecurity regulations, including timely reporting of any cyber incidents. The work is scoped as a subcontract under the Department of Defense, with performance to be conducted at an FPO location identified by ZIP code 34091. The contractor must align all technical, administrative, and physical controls outlined in NIST SP 800-171 to meet federal cybersecurity standards for handling sensitive defense data. Failure to implement these controls or report incidents as mandated will constitute a violation of contractual obligations. The solicitation was posted on July 13, 2026, with a response deadline of July 24, 2026, and is categorized under NAICS code 541512, indicating the work pertains to custom computer programming services. The contracting activity is managed by the Active Devices Division, and the requirement is not subject to a specific set-aside designation. All proposals must demonstrate proven capability in executing NIST 800-171 compliance frameworks and maintaining continuous readiness for incident detection and reporting in accordance with DFARS mandates. The contract emphasizes operational security, data integrity, and adherence to federal defense information protection protocols without exception.