Cybersecurity and CUI Safeguarding (NIST SP 800-171)

This contract requires the implementation and assessment of cybersecurity controls outlined in NIST SP 800-171 to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) on systems operating under Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements. The work is focused on ensuring compliance with federal standards for safeguarding sensitive but unclassified data, with particular emphasis on technical, operational, and management controls designed to mitigate cybersecurity risks. The contractor must conduct a thorough assessment of existing systems, identify gaps in current security postures, and execute necessary remediation efforts to align with NIST guidelines while maintaining operational integrity. The performance is centered at Tracy, California, with a ZIP code of 95304-5000, and the contract is structured as a subcontract under the NAICS code 541512, which pertains to computer systems design services. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, and responses are due by August 3, 2026. Although the contracting agency is listed as LAND SUPPLIER OPNS ENGINES within the Department of Defense, the specific point of contact details are not provided. The contractor is expected to document compliance comprehensively and be prepared for potential audits or evaluations to verify adherence to CUI protection mandates.