Cybersecurity and CUI Protection (NIST SP 800-171 Compliance)

The contract requires the implementation of NIST SP 800-171 safeguards to protect Controlled Unclassified Information within systems handling Department of Defense data, ensuring full compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012 requirements. This includes conducting thorough system assessments to validate the effectiveness of security controls, maintaining documented evidence of compliance, and establishing protocols for immediate incident reporting in the event of a security breach or unauthorized access. All activities must align with federal cybersecurity standards and be performed within the designated place of performance in Warner Robins, Georgia, under the oversight of the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. As a subcontract under the NAICS code 541512 for Other Computer Related Services, this effort is tied to the FA8571 Maintenance Contracting AFSC PZIM, supporting critical defense infrastructure. The solicitation was posted on July 20, 2026, with a firm response deadline of August 20, 2026, and expects qualified providers to demonstrate proven experience in NIST 800-171 implementation, cyber incident response, and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement compliance. Performance will be subject to ongoing evaluations to maintain continuous adherence to information protection standards across all applicable systems and processes.