Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) / Cybersecurity Compliance

The contract requires the implementation of NIST SP 800-171 safeguards to ensure the protection of covered defense information, with a focus on establishing and maintaining robust cybersecurity controls in alignment with federal standards. This includes the development of a comprehensive system security plan and conducting a thorough self-assessment to validate compliance with all applicable requirements under the NIST framework. The work is being performed as a subcontract under the Defense Logistics Agency, part of the Department of Defense, and falls under the NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services. The obligation to safeguard controlled unclassified information is central to the contract's purpose, and all activities must be carried out to meet the stringent cybersecurity expectations mandated for defense contractors handling sensitive but unclassified data. The contract was posted in June 2026 and is identified by the award number SPE7M826V1439.