General
DIBDefense Industrial Base
The worldwide industrial complex of over 300,000 companies that enable research, development, production, and sustainment of military weapon systems and components.
Related Terms
CMMC
A DoD framework requiring defense contractors to meet specific cybersecurity standards before handling federal contract information.
DFARS
DoD-specific supplement to the FAR that implements defense acquisition policies, including cybersecurity clauses like DFARS 252.204-7012 for CUI protection.
GovCon
The business of providing goods, services, and solutions to federal, state, or local government agencies through competitive and non-competitive procurement processes.