Which phases are included in the requirements for classified contracts?

• A. Pre-contract negotiations
• B. Solicitations
• C. Post-contract activity
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

Handling classified contracts requires applying security controls from the very start and carrying them through to completion. In pre-contract negotiations, security requirements are defined, including classification levels, need-to-know determinations, and the contractor’s ability to protect sensitive information. This sets the baseline for everything that follows. During solicitations, the government confirms bidders can meet those security requirements, verifies appropriate personnel clearances, and includes contract clauses that mandate safeguarding, incident reporting, and access controls for any classified material exchanged. Post-contract activity then ensures continued protection of classified information during performance, oversees subcontractors, and handles security closeout procedures, declassification when applicable, and proper disposition of classified materials. Because security considerations apply across planning, bidding, and execution whenever classified information is involved, all phases are included.