CUI Safeguarding and Cybersecurity Compliance

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information on non-federal systems used to perform contract duties. This obligation is central to ensuring that sensitive information handled during contract execution remains protected against unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise. Compliance with these controls is mandatory and must be sustained throughout the performance period, covering all technical, administrative, and physical safeguards outlined in the NIST framework to secure CUI environments. The contract is classified as a subcontract under the MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN division of the Department of Defense, with a North American Industry Classification System code of 541512, indicating it pertains to computer systems design services. Performance is anchored at NEW CUMBERLAND, PA, with a response deadline of August 3, 2026, and the solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026. The work demands proactive cybersecurity practices, regular monitoring, documentation of compliance efforts, and readiness for assessments to verify adherence to federal standards, ensuring alignment with DoD expectations for securing sensitive data on contractor-managed systems.