Cybersecurity & Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Protection

The contract requires the implementation and assessment of cybersecurity controls to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information and Covered Defense Information in accordance with NIST SP 800-171 and DFARS regulatory standards. This includes comprehensive system hardening measures, thorough documentation of security policies and procedures, and ensuring full audit readiness to demonstrate compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements. The work is focused on securing information systems that handle sensitive defense data and must meet rigorous technical and procedural benchmarks to maintain authorization and operational integrity. The contract is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Defense’s Fluid Handling Division, with performance expected to occur at the location in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, ZIP 17070-5002. It falls under the NAICS code 541512 for Computer Systems Design Services and has a response deadline of August 6, 2026. The solicitation was posted on July 26, 2026, and potential Offerors must submit their proposals prior to the deadline to be considered. While no set-aside designation is specified, the nature of the work demands proven expertise in defense-oriented cybersecurity frameworks and experience in supporting government contractors with CUI and CDI protection mandates.