Cybersecurity & CUI Safeguarding Compliance

The contract requires the implementation and thorough documentation of NIST Special Publication 800-171 controls to safeguard Covered Defense Information and ensure full compliance with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement clause 252.204-7012. This includes establishing technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect controlled unclassified information within contractor systems and networks, as well as documenting all security measures in a manner that demonstrates adherence to federal cybersecurity standards. The effort centers on achieving and maintaining compliance through rigorous control assessment, policy development, and evidence collection to support audits and continuous monitoring. The subcontract is issued under the NAICS code for computer systems design services and is tied to the Department of Defense’s Active Devices Division. The response deadline is August 13, 2026, with the solicitation posted on August 2, 2026. Performance of the work is expected to occur at an unspecified location, and no set-aside provisions are indicated. Compliance with cyber incident reporting obligations is a critical component, requiring timely detection, reporting, and mitigation of any security breaches involving covered defense information. The contract demands a structured approach to cybersecurity governance, with emphasis on accountability, documentation integrity, and alignment with DoD expectations for contractor security posture.