USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) Mid-Term Availability   4

Background
The USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) is undergoing a Mid-Term Availability process. The contract is issued to ensure compliance with the necessary regulations regarding access to technical data and computer software related to the vessel. The goal of this contract is to facilitate the Offeror's access to sensitive information while ensuring that all data handling complies with Department of Defense directives.

Work Details
The Offeror agrees to provide access to technical data and computer software related to USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) under strict controls. Key responsibilities include:

(1) appointing a corporate principal for compliance;
(2) using the data solely for proposal preparation and contract performance;
(3) adhering to dissemination restrictions;
(4) complying with export controls;
(5) establishing organizational controls for data access;
(6) prohibiting unauthorized copying or distribution of the data;
(7) identifying subcontractors and their corporate principals;
(8) ensuring third-party disclosures are similarly protected by NDAs;
(9) returning or destroying data upon contract award or completion, with certification of destruction required; and
(10) cooperating in recovery efforts for any unauthorized disclosures.

Period of Performance
The specific period of performance is not detailed in the provided information.