Cybersecurity and CUI Compliance for Catering Contractor

The contract requires implementation and maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information associated with meal planning, personnel data, and contract operations, ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards. The work is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541611 and is managed by the Department of Defense through its office, W6QM Micc-ft Knox, with performance required at Johnston, Iowa, 50131. The solicitation was posted on April 28, 2026, and responses must be submitted by April 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, indicating a tight timeline for compliance and readiness. All systems and processes handling CUI must align with the NIST framework to protect sensitive information, and failure to meet these requirements may result in contract non-compliance or termination.