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Secure Handling, Storage, and Transmission of Sensitive Government Information

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The contract pertains to the implementation of comprehensive safeguards for the handling, storage, and transmission of protected and classified information associated with the AFM system, requiring strict adherence to INFOSEC and COMSEC standards. All personnel involved must undergo thorough screening processes to ensure authorized access and to mitigate potential security risks. The work demands compliance with federally mandated protocols for safeguarding sensitive government data, including the use of secure environments, encrypted transmission channels, and documented procedural controls to prevent unauthorized disclosure or compromise. This subcontract is issued under the NAICS code 541920 and is administered by the National Research Council of Canada on behalf of the Government of Canada. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, with a response deadline of August 18, 2026. While specific performance locations and contact details are not provided, the nature of the work necessitates operations within secure, government-approved facilities or under equivalent security frameworks. The contract emphasizes operational integrity and regulatory compliance over logistical flexibility, making security rigor the central criterion for proposal evaluation and contract award.

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Implement secure handling of classified AFM data per federal INFOSEC and COMSEC standards.

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Implementation of safeguards for handling, storing, and transmitting protected and classified information related to the AFM system, including personnel screening and INFOSEC/COMSEC compliance.

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