Cybersecurity and CUI Safeguarding Implementation

The contract requires the implementation and thorough documentation of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard covered defense information within contractor systems, ensuring compliance with Department of Defense regulations. This includes not only deploying the necessary technical, administrative, and physical safeguards but also conducting formal assessments and submitting reports as mandated by DFARS requirements to verify control effectiveness and remediate deficiencies. The work is essential to protect controlled unclassified information and maintain the integrity of defense-related systems. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541512, indicating its focus on computer systems design services. It is issued by the Active Devices Division of the Department of Defense with performance required at a location in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, zip code 17070-5002. The solicitation was posted on July 27, 2026, and responses must be submitted by August 7, 2026, indicating a tight turnaround for qualified vendors to propose their capabilities. The scope demands a high level of precision in cybersecurity implementation and documentation, aligned with federal standards for protecting sensitive government information.