PWS Attachment 02 DD254 Handbook HQDA G-2.pdf

Headquarters, Department of the Army, G-2

DD FORM 254

Preparation Guide

FY-10

FOREWORD

Within The Department of Defense, Industrial Security is identified as the portion of information security concerned with the protection of classified information in the custody of U.S. industry. The purpose of the Industrial Security Program is to safeguard classified information that may be or has been released to current, prospective or former contractors.

The purpose of this guide is to provide guidance in the preparation of a DD Form 254, Contract Security Classification Specification. This guide contains step-by-step procedures for completing the DD Form 254. The instructions in this guide correspond to the numbered items on the form.

The intention of a DD Form 254 is to convey security requirements, classification guidance and provide handling procedures for classified material received and/or generated on a classified contract. The DD Form 254 is a resource for providing security requirements and classification guidance to a contractor. The DD Form 254 is a U.S.

publication referenced in the DFAR and applied to contracts involving access to classified information by U.S. contractors. If the contract is with non-US Industry (foreign governments, cleared foreign companies or international organizations) additional guidance is on a case-by-case basis. The Industrial Security Implementing Agreement (to the General Security of Military Information Agreement) is the overarching authority for the bilateral protection of classified information with foreign governments. Any guidance provided to contractors to explain protection requirements for classified information exchanged under bilateral agreements must be conveyed through security contract clauses, and not a DD Form 254.

NOTE: U.S. Industry is any company, educational institution, commercial association/organization or other entity established and operating as a legitimate business or enterprise and granted a Facility Security Clearance (FCL) by a cognizant security agency (CSA).

Any misconduct/wrongdoing of a contractor, modification to the contract or changes to the company ownership status, which could have an adverse impact upon national security, the Army program and/or information, must be reported immediately to the Contract Officer (KO) or a Contract Officer Designated Representative. (Note: For purposes of this handbook, the term Contract Officer (KO) is used inclusively for the terms:

Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Alternate COR (ACOR) or Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR)). The KO must be notified on all contract matters through the COR/ACOR/COTR.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page DD Form 254 Preparation

Chapter 1. Introduction

Chapter 2. Point of Contacts

Chapter 3. Pre-award Consideration

Chapter 4. Instructions

Chapter 5. Acronyms.................................................................................. …. 35

Chapter 6. Definitions

Chapter 7. Additional Information

CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION:

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requires that a DD Form 254, Contract Security Classification Specification, be integrated in each classified contract. The DD Form 254 provides the contractor (or a subcontractor) security requirements and the classification guidance that is necessary to execute a classified contract. This handbook has been prepared from the Defense Security Service (DSS) guide, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS), Army Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (AFARS), and National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).

The Security Agreement (DD Form 441), executed between the government and all cleared facilities under the NISP, obligates the Government to provide the contractor appropriate classification guidance for the protection of the classified information, furnished to or generated by, the contractor in the performance of a classified contract.

The Government fulfills this obligation by incorporating a “Security Requirements Clause” (“clause”) and a DD Form 254 in each classified contract. The “clause” identifies the contract as a “classified contract” and the DD Form 254 provides classification guidance and the specific security requirements.

The DD Form 254 is a contractual specification. It is as important as any other specification in a contract. It is the vehicle that provides the contractor with the security classification guidance necessary for the classified information to be received and generated under the contract. It also identifies the level and specific types of classified information authorized on the contract. It was developed as a contractual document to capture in one place the security requirements for a classified contract. By checking the blocks for the preprinted items on the DD Form 254, the Contracting Office (KO), Contracting Officer Representative (COR)/Contract Monitor (CM) provides the contractor with a brief summary of the security requirements that apply to the contract.

The key personnel in the preparation of the DD Form 254 are the program and Industrial Security Specialist (ISS), technical/subject matter expert personnel, and contracting personnel. The program and ISS recognizes the security requirements that the contractor will need to follow. The technical/subject matter expert personnel understand what information or equipment in the program requires protection, and the technical aspects of the requirements, the KO must ensure the contractor complies with the DD Form 254 and any special clauses into the contract.

The DD Form 254 is required to be reviewed every two years. The program and ISS should conduct this review in coordination with the program manager of the requiring activity and KO to ensure that existing security requirements are consistent with the contract requirements.

If the review is performed and no changes are required, the program and ISS will provide the KO with a copy of the review. The KO will then send to the contractor, in writing, notification that the DD Form 254 remains valid until the next review or a change occurs in the program.

If the review is performed and changes are required the program and ISS must provide the KO with a revised copy. The KO will then prepare a bi-lateral modification to the contract incorporating the new DD Form 254.

The Defense Security Service (DSS) is designated by DoD Directive 5220.22, National Industrial Security Program (NISP), as the Cognizant Security Office (CSO) to administer industrial security on behalf of the Cognizant Security Agency (CSA). The CSAs are: the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Energy (DOE), Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). The designation of DSS as the CSO for the Department of Defense does not relieve the Government Contracting Activity (GCA) of the responsibility to protect and safeguard classified information disclosed to or generated by contractors under the NISP or from visiting the cleared contractor to review the security aspects/requirements of the contract.

Revisions to the DD Form 254 will be completed whenever the security guidance or pertinent information changes, when a change in mission occurs impacting the contract, when a contract is modified or an option year is utilized, to ensure security requirements remain current and relevant throughout the contract lifecycle. This includes contractor address changes if they are performing classified work at their facility.

CHAPTER 2

POINTS OF CONTACT:

* HQDA, G-2

Industrial Security Lisa Gearhart 703-601-1565

Or

HQDA, G-2

Industrial Security Pamela Y. Spilman 703-601-1567

Mailing Address: HQDA, G-2

ATTN: DAMI-CDS

1000 Army Pentagon RM 2D350 Washington, DC 20310-1000

Facsimile number: 703-601-0733

E-Mail Address: Lisa.A.Gearhart@us.army.mil Pamela.Spilman@us.army.mil

* Defense Security Services

Mailing Address: Defense Security Service 1340 Braddock Place Alexandria, VA 22314

Telephone number: 1-888-282-7682

Website: www.dss.mil

* U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM)/Contractor Support Element (For all Army SCI contracts)

Mailing Address United States Army Intelligence and Security Command Contractor Support Element (CSE) 4552 Pike Road, MS 5820 Fort Mead, MD 20755-5820

Facsimile number: 301-677-2901

E-Mail Address: cseoperations@mi.army.mil

* Technology Management Office (For SAP contracts)

Mailing Address Office of Chief of Staff of the Army ATTN: Technology Management Office, DACS-ZDV-TMO Attn: D. Scott Magnino, Security Manager 200 Army Pentagon, RM 2A528 Washington, DC 20310-0200

Telephone number: 703-695-4056 Facsimile number: 703- 697-4009

E-Mail Address: scottmagnino@hqda.army.mil

CHAPTER 3

Pre-Award Considerations

Before the KO or prime contractor issues a solicitation for a classified contract, a determination should be made as to whether or not access to classified information is required during the solicitation process.

If access to classified information is not required during the solicitation process, prospective contractors do not have to possess facility clearances to bid on the solicitation. However, the successful bidder must have a facility clearance to perform on the contract. The contracting team should make every effort to develop a solicitation package that does not require access to classified information. The solicitation DD Form 254 will be marked “For Planning Purposes Only” and provided to the supporting KO for review and incorporation into the requirements package. The preliminary DD Form 254 includes the what, why, when, and where for a contractor that will need classified information or access to classified information. The contractor should staff any changes to the security requirements through the program, COR/CM if one has been appointed, and ISS and back to the KO for incorporation into the solicitation.

If access to classified information is required during the solicitation process, all prospective contractors must possess the appropriate facility clearance and safeguarding capability in order to access the classified information within the solicitation package. If a reading room is provided by the Army to review the classified information for the solicitation, then the contractor’s clearance eligibility must be verified prior to the review.

To determine the current clearance status of prospective contractors, contact the DSS Central Verification Activity at 1-888-282-7682 or log on to the DSS web site (www.dss.mil) and follow the instructions. Prior to calling DSS’ Central Verification Activity, you will need the contractor’s Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code.

If any of the prospective contractors do not have the appropriate facility clearance, contact DSS and furnish, in writing, the information needed to sponsor the clearance. See the DSS website for additional sponsorship guidance:

http://www.dss.mil/isp/fac_clear/fac_clear.html.

Companies in the process of obtaining a facility clearance, or reporting any changes regarding the company information, will use the DSS Electronic Facility Clearance (e- FCL) online application to submit their documents to DSS. Contact the DSS Facility Clearance Branch at occ.facilities@dss.mil or go to the link above for additional guidance on facility clearances.

CHAPTER 4

INSTRUCTIONS:

Item 1. Clearance and Safeguarding.

1a. Facility Clearance Required: Insert the highest level of facility clearance required for the contractor to perform on the contract. Only one of three classification levels should be listed in this field: Confidential, Secret or Top Secret. The contractor must have a valid Facility Clearance at least as high as the classification indicated in this item. It is critical that the correct security level is established. Setting the security level too high may create undue costs and delay contract award.

(1) Do not cite special categories of classified such as Restricted Data, COMSEC, SCI, etc.

(2) Contractors must meet the facility clearance and safeguarding requirements of the DD Form 254. To verify the contractor’s facility clearance and safeguarding capability, contact the DSS Central Verification Activity at 1-888-282-7682 or log on to the DSS web site (www.dss.mil) find the application tab in the upper right-hand corner, click on ISFD, then follow the instructions to either login or request access.

1b. Level of Safeguarding Required: Insert the highest level of safeguarding capability required for the contractor to perform on the contract. Safeguarding refers to the ability to store and/or generate classified materials at the contractor facility.

(1) If the contractor is working in the contractor facility the classification level may not be higher than Item 1a.

(2) If the contractor will NOT possess or store classified information at the contractor’s facility, enter “Not Applicable” or “None.” (If this is the case, Item 11a. must be marked “YES” and 11b and 11d must be marked “NO”). Block 8 “Actual Performance” will indicate the location where the classified work will be accomplished. If classified work will occur at multiple locations mark “multiple locations” in Block 8a and list the locations in Block 13 or an attached Appendix, as applicable.

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE 1. CLEARANCE AND SAFEGUARDING

CONTRACT SECURITY CLASSIFICATION

SPECIFICATION

a. FACILITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED

(The requirements of the DoD Industrial Security Manual apply to all aspects of this effort)

b. LEVEL OF SAFEGUARDING REQUIRED

Item 2. This Specification is for:

Information for Blocks 2a and 2c are obtained from the government KO. Block 2a is completed upon contract award. Block 2b is completed by the contractor when a subcontract is awarded. Block 2c is completed prior to the release of the solicitation.

Insert an “X” into the appropriate box. Although information may be entered into more than one box, only one “X” should appear in item 2 (a, b or c) depending what phase the acquisition is in.

2a. Prime Contract Number: Used when the KO issues the contract to the Prime Contractor. The contracting activity enters the contract number upon award.

2b. Subcontract Number: Used when there is a Prime Contractor/Subcontractor relationship. The contractor issuing the subcontract enters the subcontract number.

The prime contract number must also be entered in 2a. Government agencies do not process DD Form 254s for subcontractors.

2c. Solicitation or other number: Used for an RFP, RFQ, IFB, or other solicitation, regardless of whether or not the bid package will contain classified information. The contracting activity enters the solicitation number and the date by which bids are due.

2. THIS SPECIFICATION IS FOR: (X and co plete as applicable) m

a. PRIME CONTRACT NUMBER

b. SUBCONTRACT NUMBER

c. SOLICITATION OR OTHER NUMBER Due Date (YYYYMMDD)

Item 3. This Specification Is:

Insert an “X” into the appropriate box. Although information may be entered in more than one box, only one “X” should appear in Item 3.

3a. Original

Original DD Form 254 is issued:

(1) For a solicitation for a classified contract, whether or not the actual bid package contains classified information.

(2) Upon the award of a classified contract

(3) Upon the award of a classified subcontract The date of issuance is entered by the KO or prime contractor for subcontractors.

The ‘Original date’ refers to the release date of the DD Form 254. This date will not change over the period of the contract.

3b. Revised DD Form 254

(1) Revisions to the DD Form 254 will be completed whenever the security guidance or pertinent information changes, when a change in mission occurs impacting the contract, when a contract is modified or an option year is utilized, to ensure security requirements remain current and relevant throughout the contract lifecycle. Give a sequential number to each revision and enter the date of the revised DD Form 254.

(2) Enter the date of the original DD Form 254 in 3a.

Revised DD Form 254s should be numbered sequentially starting with “1”. A revised DD Form 254 is generated any time there is a change to the security requirements or to the classification guidance. A revised DD Form 254 is also required if the contractor has safeguarding requirements and there is a change of location of their facility.

Revised DD Form 254s should be prepared and reviewed by the program and ISS and the KO. It is recommended that all the reviewers sign as certifying officials in block 13 (see Item 13 for more details on signatures). A revised DD Form 254 MUST be incorporated into the contract by modification.

3c. Final DD Form 254

(1) When a contract is closed out, the contractor may request additional retention authority that may result in a Final DD Form 254. If an extension of retention authority is approved by the KO, a final DD Form 254 may be issued to reflect this approval. (See NISPOM Chapter 5, Section 7 for more information on disposition and retention.)

(2) Enter the date the final DD Form 254 is issued. Complete Item 5.

(3) Enter the date of the original DD Form 254 in 3a.

A final DD Form 254 is ONLY used to authorize retention of classified materials beyond 2 years from the end of the contract as allowed by the NISPOM. If section 3c is marked “YES”, Line 5 must also be completed.

NOTE: Item 5 is always marked “YES” when a final DD Form 254 is issued. Additional retention authorization may also be granted through email or a letter to the contractor.

3. THIS SPECIFICATION IS: (X and complete as a plicable) p

a. ORIGINAL (Complete date in all cases) Date (YYYYMMDD)

b. REVISED (Supersedes all previous specs)

Revision No. Date (YYYYMMDD)

c. FINAL (Complete Item 5 in all cases) Date (YYYYMMDD)

Item 4. A Follow-On Contract. If this contract is a follow-on to an existing contract complete this block.

A Follow-On Contract is a contract awarded to the same contractor or subcontractor for the same item or services as a preceding contract. When this occurs, mark “YES” and enter the preceding contract number in the space provided. This item authorizes the contractor or subcontractor to transfer material/information received or generated under the preceding contract to the new contract. The transferred material/information will be reflected in Item 13. If unsure, check with the KO they will have this information. During a competitive contract action this information may not be known until the contract is awarded.

Enter the following statement in Item 13:

Ref 4: The classified portion of work has been completed on the contract cited in this block. The processing of classified will no longer be done under this contract. All classified material/ information associated with this contract is authorized to be transferred to the contract number cited in block 2a.

4. IS THIS A FOLLOW-ON

CONTRACT?

YES NO. If Yes complete the following

Classified material received or generated under (Preceding Contract Number) is transferred to this follow-on contract

Item 5. Final DD Form 254

If this is a FINAL DD Form 254, mark “YES”. Enter the date of the contractor’s request for retention and the authorized period of retention in the spaces provided. If this is not a FINAL DD Form 254, mark “NO.” The KO will inform the program and ISS of pending contract closure. This notification will prompt the program and ISS to provide the KO with close out/destruction instructions. Upon contractor notification to the KO that all classified information under the contract has been removed, destroyed, or designated for retention in accordance with the instructions provided, the Final DD Form 254 is prepared.

A final DD Form 254 is used only if the contractor requests the right to retain any project related documents beyond NISPOM permitted timeframe (See Item 3c.). Permission for extended retention of contract material/information must be requested in writing from the KO. It is recommended that the contractor maintains a copy of the formal request until retention authorization is received from the KO. The KO will determine if the designated material/information should be destroyed, returned or retained by the contractor.

5. IS THIS A FINAL DD FORM 254? YES NO. If Yes complete the following

In response to the contractor's request dated , retention of the identified classified material is authorized for the period of .

Item 6. Contractor:

Used when the KO issues guidance to a prime contractor. Enter the required information once the clearance information has been verified and the contractor meets the requirement of the contract:

6a. Name and address of the contractor

6b. Contractor’s CAGE code

The CAGE code is a Government issued unique identifier required for all companies who do business with the Government. CAGE codes can be verified through the Defense Logistics Information Service website at http://www.dlis.dla.mil/cage_welcome.asp. It is important to note that not all facilities with CAGE codes are cleared facilities. To verify a contractor’s facility clearance see item 1a.

6c. The appropriate CSO and address

The local DSS Cognizant Security Office (CSO) and Field office locations can be found by going to https://www.dss.mil/GW/ShowBinary/DSS/isp/dss_oper_loc.html

Item 7. Subcontractor:

The prime contractor will fill in this information and provide the DD Form 254 to the KO upon determination that the subcontract meets the security requirements;

7a. Name and address of the subcontractor

7b. The subcontractor’s CAGE code

7c. The appropriate CSO and address

NOTE:

All DD Form 254s prepared for subcontracts involving access to SCI must be forwarded to the Contract Monitor for approval. Upon Contract Monitor approval, forward the DD Form 254 to Contractor Support Element (CSE) for review and concurrence prior to award of the subcontract.

All DD Form 254s prepared for subcontracts involving access to classified material must be forwarded to the KO (KO/COR/CM) and supporting ISS for review prior to award of the subcontract and attached to the prime contract.

Item 8. Actual Performance:

List ALL locations where classified performance is required under the contract (i.e.

contractor, subcontractor, and Government facilities).

(1) If the place of performance is the same as 6a (or 7a), either enter the facility’s name or enter “Same as Item 6a (or 7a) in block 8a. If the place of performance is different from 6a (or 7a), include the facility name, address and CAGE code.

(2) If there is more than one place of performance, enter “multiple locations - see Item 13 (or Attachment xxx)” in item 8a, and identify each performance location accordingly.

(3) Performance of a contract in Government facilities should be explained in Item 13.

The location will be placed in item 8a. (e.g. Pentagon).

8a. Facility name and address

8b. The CAGE code of the facility where the work will be performed.

8c. The appropriate CSO and address:

8. ACTUAL PERFORMANCE

a. LOCATION b. CAGE CODE c. COGNIZANT SECURITY OFFICE (Name, Address, and Zip Code)

Item 9. General Identification of this Procurement

Enter a concise and unclassified description of the procurement action. Some examples could be research, development, production, study or services, etc. Do not use classified information such as project names or descriptive information. Keep this field short but informative.

Item 10. This Contract Will Require Access To:

Mark all items “YES” or “NO,” as appropriate to the requirements of the contract.

(Coordinate with the appropriate program and other security offices to ensure the proper types of access are imposed on the contractor or subcontractor.) An explanation of each item follows.

IMPORTANT: These are access requirements for the contractor and their employees. It does not refer to safeguarding.

10a. Communications Security: COMSEC information includes accountable or non-accountable COMSEC information and controlled cryptographic items (CCI).

(1) If accountable COMSEC material is involved, the contractor must have a COMSEC account and item 11h must be marked “YES.”

NOTE: COMSEC custodians are DA civilians or military members. Contractors are considered hand receipt holders. See AR 380-40 for further guidance on COMSEC.

(2) Prior approval from the KO is required in order for a prime contractor to grant COMSEC access to a subcontractor. The prime contractor must notify the NSA Central Office of Record before negotiating or awarding subcontracts.

When this item is marked “YES”, enter the following statement in Item 13:

Ref 10a: Classified COMSEC material is not releasable to contractor employees who have not received a FINAL clearance at the appropriate security level. COMSEC access shall be IAW DoD 5220.22-M and AR 380-40. When access is required at Government facilities, contractor personnel will adhere to COMSEC rules and regulations as mandated by Command policy and procedures. Written concurrence of the KO is required prior to subcontracting.

10b. Restricted Data: Mark “YES” if access to RESTRICTED DATA information is required under the contract.

(1) 10b must be marked “YES” if item 10c is marked “YES.”

When this item is marked “YES”, enter the following statement in Item 13:

Ref 10b: Restricted Data Information is not releasable to contractor employees who have not received a FINAL clearance at the appropriate security level. Written concurrence of the KO is required prior to subcontracting.

10c. Critical Nuclear Weapon Design Information (CNWDI): Mark “YES” if access to CNWDI is required under the contract.

(1) KO approval is required prior to granting CNWDI access to a subcontractor.

Special briefings and procedures are also required. Access to CNWDI requires a final U.S. Government clearance at that appropriate level.

(2) 10c must be marked “YES” if item 10b is marked “YES.”

When this item is marked “YES”, enter the following statement in Item 13:

Ref 10c: CNWDI Information is not releasable to contractor employees who have not received a FINAL clearance at the appropriate security level. Written concurrence of the KO is required prior to subcontracting.

10d. Formerly Restricted Data (FRD): Mark “YES” if access to FRD is required.

Enter the following statement in Item 13:

Ref 10d: The contractor is permitted access to Formerly Restricted Data (FRD) in the performance of this contract. Access to FRD requires a final U.S. Government clearance at the appropriate level. Written concurrence of the KO is required prior to subcontracting.

NOTE: Access to FORMERLY RESTRICTED DATA requires a final U.S. Government Clearance at the appropriate level.

10e. Intelligence Information: The Director of National Intelligence (DNI) has jurisdiction and control of intelligence information. If the contract requires access to intelligence information, the KO is responsible for ensuring that the additional security requirements outlined in the DNI Directives are incorporated in the guidance provided to the contractor. If the contract requires Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access, a SCI Addendum is required and MUST be coordinated with the Contractor Support Element (CSE). SCI is very expensive for the contractor to maintain. This block should not be marked unless there is a current SCI requirement.

If access to SCI is required:

(1) Mark 10e(1) “YES.”

(2) Mark Items 14 and 15 “YES.”

If access to non-SCI is required:

(1) Mark 10e(2) “YES.”

(2) Mark Item 14 “YES”

(3) Mark Item 15 “NO.”

If access to SCI and non-SCI is required:

(1) Mark 10e(1) and 10e(2) “YES.”

(2) Mark Item 14 “YES.”

(3) Mark Item 15 as appropriate

Prior approval by the KO is required before a subcontract involving access to Intelligence Information can be issued. Access to Intelligence information requires a U.S. Government clearance at the appropriate level.

When item 10e(1) is marked “YES”, enter the following statement in Item 13:

Ref 10e(1): SCI Access required. No public release of information authorized, public disclosure or confirmation of any subject related to the support contract is not authorized without first obtaining written approval from the KO.

When item 10e(2) is marked “YES”, enter the following statement in Item 13:

Ref 10e(2): Non-SCI Information is not releasable to contractor employees who have not received a clearance at the appropriate security level. Written concurrence of the KO is required prior to subcontracting. Access to Intelligence information required for performance.

NOTE: DSS does not conduct security reviews for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) but is still responsible for security reviews involving Non-SCI (collateral classified information) in the possession of a contractor or subcontractor.

10f. Special Access Information: Special Access Programs (SAP) imposes security requirements on the contractor that exceed the NISPOM. When SAP information is involved, the cognizant SAP security office is responsible for providing the contractor with the additional security requirements needed to ensure adequate protection of SAP information.

If SAP requirements are imposed on the contractor:

(1) Mark 10f “YES.”

(2) Mark Item 14 “YES.”

(3) Complete Item 15 as appropriate. (Some SAPs qualify as carve-outs, but not all SAPs are carve-outs – see AR 380-381 for additional guidance.)

If a SAP subcontract is awarded, the prime contractor is responsible to incorporate the additional security requirements in the subcontract. The Program Manager must grant authorization for release of SAP information to the subcontractor prior to issuance of any SAP subcontract.

The additional requirements can be included in the contract document itself or Item 13 only if the requirements are unclassified IAW the program security classification guide.

Classified requirements shall be included in a separate SAP Addendum. (Block 13 should reference a Program Security Guide and Program Classification Guide. The guides should not be older than 5 years. If the Program Security Guide and Program Classification Guide are older or approaching their 5 year threshold, request updated guides from the cognizant SAP security office.)

A SAP Addendum is required for all contracts that require SAP access. Additional clarification should be addressed in either Item 13 or the SAP Addendum and are as follows:

• What information makes the hardware/services classified?

• Will hardware/data being generated require classification? At what stage in the production will it become classified?

Be sure to:

• identify the specific information to be classified

• provide appropriate downgrading or declassification instructions, and

• provide any special instructions, explanations, comments or statements necessary to clarify other items identified in the DD Form 254.

Enter the applicable statement in Item 13:

Ref 10f: Discussion, storage, or processing of SAP information associated with this contract will be conducted in facilities specifically accredited by the Army SAPCO (or designee), or equivalent component-level SAPCO. Contact the appropriate servicing SAPCO for approved SAP facilities locations. SAP activities are governed by Revision 1 Department of Defense Overprint to the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual Supplement, 1 APR 04, and applicable program security classification and procedures guides.

Component-managed SAPFs and SAP Temporary Secure Working Areas (TSWA) are governed by JAFAN 6/9. Access to SAP information requires employees undergo additional personnel security screening and meet the SAP access standards delineated in the applicable DoD directives and policies. SAP inspections and security oversight while in component facilities are under the cognizance of the SAPCO, as appropriate. Additional SAP security requirements may apply at alternate locations/facilities based on service/component Command requirements. The KO for these locations/facilities will provide specific guidance as required. SAP inspections conducted at contractor facilities are under the security oversight of the Defense Security Service (DSS) unless officially relieved of their oversight responsibilities.

10g. NATO Information: Mark “YES” if the contract requires access to information or documents belonging to the NATO. The prime contractor must receive approval from the KO to grant NATO access to a subcontractor.

Enter the following statement in Item 13:

Ref 10g: Personnel not assigned to a NATO staff position, but requiring access to NATO classified information, NATO COSMIC, NATO Secret or access to the NATO accredited SIPRNET terminals, must possess the equivalent FINAL or Interim U.S. Security Clearance based upon the appropriate personnel security investigation required. Personnel with access to NATO ATOMAL information must have the appropriate level FINAL U.S.

Security Clearance. The government program/project manager is the designated representative that will ensure the contractor security manager and concerned employees are NATO briefed prior to access being granted. The contractor will maintain strict compliance in regards to NATO information IAW NISPOM Ch 10, Section 7. Prior approval from the KO is required for subcontracting.

Note: If the contractor does not require access to NATO information, requires access to the SIPRNET, mark 10g “No” but mark 10k “Yes” (SIPRNET access) and add the statement below in item 13 that the contractor requires access to the SIPRNET and a NATO awareness brief is required. The SIPRNET contains NATO information and a NATO awareness briefing is required for everyone who needs access to the SIPRNET. The purpose of providing a NATO awareness briefing is to inform personnel how to protect NATO information in the event they come across it while on the SIPRNET. See 10k below for additional information.

10h. Foreign Government Information (FGI): This is classified information that is provided to the U.S. Government by a foreign government(s); an international organization, or any element thereof. This does not include NATO information.

Mark “YES” if applicable. The prime contractor must receive approval from the KO to grant access to a subcontractor.

Enter the following statement in Item 13:

Ref 10h: Foreign Government Information (FGI) is not releasable to contractor employees who have not received a FINAL clearance at the appropriate security level. Written concurrence of the KO is required prior to subcontracting.

10i. Limited Dissemination Information (LIMDIS): This is no longer a valid program.

New documents or contracts will not reflect this caveat. Until the DD Form 254 is revised, this block should be marked “NO.”

10j. For Official Use Only Information: This item is linked directly to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the appropriate exemptions are in accordance with 5 U.S.C.§ 552(b), and should only be marked if the information the contract company will be accessing is protected under the FOIA. The NISPOM does not provide guidance concerning FOUO; the DD Form 254 must provide guidance on protection procedures in Item 13.

Enter the following statement in Item 13:

Ref 10j: For Official Use Only (FOUO) Information generated and/or provided under this contract shall be safeguarded and marked as specified in DoD 5200.1-R, Appendix 3 (attached).

Sample Attachment

FOUO DD FORM 254 ATTACHMENT

Contract Number:

PROTECTING "FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY" (FOUO) INFORMATION

1. GENERAL:

a. The "For Official Use Only" (FOUO) marking is assigned to information at the time of its creation in a DoD User Agency. It is not authorized as a substitute for a security classification marking but is used on official government information that may be withheld from the public under exemptions 2 through 9 of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

b. Other non-security markings, such as "Limited Official Use" and "Official Use Only" are used by non-DoD User Agencies for the same type of information and should be safeguarded and handled in accordance with instruction received from such agencies.

c. Use of the above markings does not mean that the information cannot be released to the public under FOIA, only that the Government must review the information prior to its release to determine whether a significant and legitimate government purpose is served by withholding the information or portions thereof.

2. MARKINGS:

a. An unclassified document containing FOUO information will be marked "For Official Use Only" at the bottom of the front cover (if any), on the first page, on each page containing FOUO information, on the back page, and on the outside of the back cover (if any).

b. Within a classified document, an individual page that contains both FOUO and classified information will be marked at the top and bottom with the highest security classification of information appearing on the page. If an individual portion contains FOUO information but no classified information, the portion will be marked, "FOUO."

c. Any "'For Official Use Only" information released to a contractor by a DoD User Agency is required to be marked with the following statement prior to transfer.

“This document contains information EXEMPT FROM MANDATORY DISCLOSURE UNDER THE FOIA. Exemptions apply.”

d. Removal of the "For Official Use Only" marking can only be accomplished by the originator or other competent authority. When the "For Official Use Only" status is terminated, all known holders will be notified to the extent practical.

3. DISSEMINATION: Contractors may disseminate "For Official Use Only" information to their employees and subcontractors who have a need for the information in connection with a classified contract.

Contractors must ensure employees and subcontractors are aware of the special handling instructions detailed below.

4. STORAGE: During working hours, "For Official Use Only" information shall be placed in an out-of-sight location if the work area is accessible to persons who do not have a need for the information. During nonworking hours, the information shall be stored to preclude unauthorized access. Filing such material with other unclassified records in unlocked files or desks, is adequate when internal building security is provided during nonworking hours. When such internal security control is not exercised, locked buildings or rooms will provide adequate after- hours protection or the material can be stored in locked receptacles such as file cabinets, desks, or bookcases.

5. TRANSMISSION: "For Official Use Only" information may be sent via first-class mail or parcel post.

Bulky shipments may be sent by fourth-class mail. DoD components, officials of DoD components, and authorized DoD contractors, consultants, and grantees send FOUO information to each other to conduct official DoD business. Tell recipients the status of such information, and send the material in a way that prevents unauthorized public disclosure. Make sure documents that transmit FOUO material call attention to any FOUO attachments. Normally, you may send FOUO records over facsimile equipment. To prevent unauthorized disclosure, consider attaching special cover sheets, the location of sending and receiving machines, and whether authorized personnel are around to receive FOUO information. FOUO information may be passed to officials in other departments and agencies of the executive and judicial branches to fulfill a government function. Mark the records "For Official Use Only" and tell the recipient the information is exempt from public disclosure under the FOIA and requires special handling.

6. DISPOSITION: When no longer needed, FOUO information must be shredded.

7. UNAUTHORIZED DISCLOSURE: Unauthorized disclosure of "For Official Use Only" information does not constitute a security violation but the releasing agency should be informed of any unauthorized disclosure. The unauthorized disclosure of FOUO information protected by the Privacy Act may result in criminal sanctions and disciplinary action may be taken against those responsible.

10k. Other: This item may be used for any other information not included in items 10a through 10j. Specify the type of information and include any additional remarks in item 13.

If the requirement is for SIPRnet only, the following statement must also appear in block 13:

Ref 10k: Secret Internet Protocol Network (SIPRNET) access required. The contractor shall not access, download or further disseminate any special access data (i.e. intelligence, NATO, COMSEC, etc.) outside the execution of the defined contract requirements and without the guidance and written permission of the KO. In the event that any special access is required, the KO must modify the requirements for the DD Form 254.

Note: Once the KO has modified the requirements for the DD Form 254, the Contractor must complete the SIPRNET Access Request Form, along with the modified DD Form 254, and forward to the KO prior to receiving access.

A NATO awareness brief will also be required for all Contractors prior to access to the SIPRNET.

10. THIS CONTRACT WILL REQUIRE ACCESS TO: YES NO

a. COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY (COMSEC)

INFORMATION

b. RESTRICTED DATA

c. CRITICAL NUCLEAR WEAPON DESIGN INFORMATION

d. FORMERLY RESTRICTED DATA:

e. INTELLIGENCE INFORMATION:

(1) Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)

(2) Non-SCI

f. SPECIAL ACCESS INFORMATION

g. NATO INFORMATION

h. FOREIGN GOVERNMENT INFORMATION

i. LIMITED DISSEMINATION INFORMATION

j. FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY INFORMATION

k. OTHER (Specify)

Item 11. IN PERFORMING THIS CONTRACT, THE CONTRACTOR WILL:

Mark all items “YES” or “NO” according to the contract requirements. (Coordinate with program and other security offices to ensure the appropriate controls are imposed on the contractor or subcontractor.) An explanation of each item follows.

11a. Have access to classified information only at another contractor’s facility or at a government activity. “ONLY” is the key word. Mark “YES” when access or storage of classified information is not required at the contractor’s facility. If marked “YES”:

(1) Item 1b should be marked “N/A” or “None.”

(2) When this item is marked YES, block 8a must identify the actual work location and if applicable block 8b and 8c must also be completed.

If 11a is “YES”, then 11b, 11c and, 11d, 11h and 11k will be “NO” – they are mutually exclusive. This question is about the safeguarding capability at the contractor facility. If no work is done at the contractor facility then they will not be receiving, generating, or fabricating anything classified at that location.

Ref 11a: Contractor performance is restricted to (enter name and address of contractor facility or government activity). Government agency or activity will provide security classification guidance for performance of this contract.

Submit visit request to the KO and/or Security Management Office for need-to-know verification.

11b. Receive classified documents only: “ONLY” is the keyword. Mark “YES” when the contractor will receive classified documents, (instead of classification guides), to perform on the contract, but is not expected to generate classified information. The classification markings shown on the documents received will provide the classification guidance necessary.

(1) If the volume or configuration of the documents is such that specialized storage requirements are necessary, contact DSS to verify storage capacity at the contracting facility.

(2) If this item is marked “YES”, items 11a, 11c and 11d must be marked “NO”.

If material is received and or stored at the contractor site for reference purposes only but the work is done on a government site or other cleared facility site, mark “YES”. This item applies if there is no generation of classified materials (i.e. derivative classification).

Enter the following statement in Item 13:

Ref 11b: Contractor will receive classified documents for reference only;

however, if any classified information is generated in performance of this contract, it shall be derivatively classified and marked consistent with the source material.

11c. Receive and generate classified information: Mark “YES” when the contractor is expected to receive and generate classified material at the contractors’ facility (documents and/or hardware) and will require detailed security classification guidance in order to perform on the contract. If this item is marked “YES,” detailed security classification guidance must be provided. The guidance may be:

(1) Included in Item 13, and/or

(2) Attached to the DD Form 254, and/or

(3) Forwarded under separate cover, and/or

(4) Included in the contract document itself.

(5) If item 11c is marked “YES”, items 11a, 11b an 11e must be marked “NO”.

If the volume or configuration of the documents is such that specialized storage requirements are necessary, contact DSS to verify storage capacity at the contracting facility. Any applicable or additional guidance to the contractor should be included in Item 13

IMPORTANT: The contractor will be required to have safeguarding capability at its facility and the level of safeguarding required must be identified in item 1b.

Enter the following statement in Item 13:

Ref 11c: The contractor requires access to classified source data up to and including (Top Secret, Secret, Confidential – insert one) in support of the work effort. Any extracts or use of such data requires the contractor to apply derivative classifications and markings consistent with the source documents. Use of “Multiple Sources” on the “Derived From” line necessitates compliance with the NISPOM, paragraph 4-208a, and the use of a bibliography.

11d. Fabricate, modify, or store classified hardware: Mark “YES” if the contractor is expected to generate or utilize hardware which is classified due to its existence, uniqueness, appearance, application, capability, or product produced. Include as much information as possible (additional information can be added in Item 13) to describe the nature and extent of the storage that will be required.

(1) Will Restricted or Closed Areas be required?

(2) Is hardware involved and how much? How large is the hardware and can it be stored or will Open Storage be required?

(3) If item 11d is “YES”, items 11a, 11b and 11e must be marked “NO”.

If more than 2 cubic feet of storage is required, contact DSS to verify storage capacity at the contracting facility.

Enter the following statement in Item 13:

Ref 11d: Contractor must provide adequate storage at their facility for classified hardware to the level of (enter one: Top Secret, Secret, or Confidential).

11e. Perform services only: Mark “YES” if the contractor is performing a service only and is not expected to produce a deliverable item in accordance with the contract.

Enter a statement in Item 13 that explains the services provided and appropriate security guidance. Some examples are provided below:

Graphic Arts Services “Reproduction services only. Classification markings on the material to be furnished will provide the classification guidance necessary for performance of this contract.”

Engineering Services “Contract is for engineering services. Classification markings on the material to be furnished will provide the classification guidance necessary for the performance of this contract.”

Equipment Maintenance Services “Contract is for equipment maintenance services on equipment which processes classified information. Actual knowledge of, generation, or production of classified information is not required for performance of the contract. Cleared personnel are required to perform this service because access to classified information can not be precluded by escorting personnel. Any classification guidance needed will be provided by the contractor.”

Guard Services “Contract is for guard services. Cleared personnel are required by the NISPOM to provide supplemental protection.”

11f. Have access to U.S. classified information outside the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S.

Possessions and Trust Territories: If “YES,” indicate in Item 13 the Army/U.S. activity, to include the city and country where the overseas performance will occur.

(1) If additional security requirements will be imposed on the contract, Item 14 must also be marked “YES” and completed as appropriate depending upon the programs involved.

(2) DSS does not provide oversight for contractors performing classified work outside of the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Possessions and Trust Territories;

therefore, any security reviews/inspections will have to be conducted by the supporting security office and Item 15 must be completed, designating the inspecting organization.

(3) For DoD contractors performing on overseas contracts, provide a copy of the DD Form 254 to the appropriate DSS Office of Industrial Security, International (See NISPOM Appendix A or contact DSS.)

(4) See NISPOM paragraph 10-204 for suggested “Security Clauses for International Contracts” for classified contracts involving foreign contractors.

11g. Be authorized to use the services of the Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) or other secondary distribution center: Mark “YES” if the contractor is to be authorized use of DTIC services. DD Form 1540 and DD Form 2345 must be completed for registration with DTIC.

(1) The sponsoring KO must submit DD Form 1540 “Registration for Scientific and Technical Information Services” to DTIC on behalf of the contractor. For subcontractors, the prime contractor submits the DD Form 1540 with the KO verifying the need-to-know.

(2) The contractor may also submit DD Form 2345 “Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement” (after registration with DTIC) to the Defense Logistics Services Center for access to unclassified, militarily critical technical data from other DoD sources. The KO must certify the need-to-know to DTIC.

(3) See NISPOM Chapter 11, Section 2 for more information.

11h. Require a COMSEC account: Mark this item “YES” if the contractor is to be held accountable for COMSEC information. If non-accountable COMSEC information is involved, mark this item “NO.”

NOTE: Within the Army, COMSEC custodians are either DA civilians or military members. Contractors are considered hand receipt holders. See AR 380-40 for further guidance on COMSEC.

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