Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Cybersecurity Compliance

The contract requires the implementation of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard covered defense information within systems handling Controlled Unclassified Information. This involves establishing and maintaining a comprehensive cybersecurity posture aligned with federal standards, ensuring that all technical, administrative, and physical safeguards are properly configured, monitored, and documented. The contractor must demonstrate capability to protect CUI from unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise, and must operate within a framework that supports continuous compliance and audit readiness. In addition to implementing security controls, the contractor is responsible for managing cyber incident reporting in accordance with regulatory requirements. This includes promptly detecting, documenting, and reporting any security breaches or suspicious activities affecting systems containing covered defense information. The effort is scoped as a subcontract under the NAICS code 541512 and falls under the jurisdiction of the Department of Defense, specifically the Medical Supply Chain MD Surge FSF. Responses are due by May 18, 2026, with work expected to be performed in support of DoD operations, though no specific location is designated for performance.