Cybersecurity and CUI Safeguarding Support

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 controls to protect Covered Defense Information (CUI) across all applicable systems, ensuring compliance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements. This includes conducting thorough system assessments to validate control effectiveness, maintaining comprehensive documentation of security practices and configurations, and establishing robust procedures for reporting cyber incidents in a timely and accurate manner. The work is centered on achieving and sustaining a secure environment capable of safeguarding sensitive defense data against evolving cyber threats. Performance of the contract is designated to take place at New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a submission deadline of August 7, 2026, and the acquisition is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services. The awarding entity is the Department of Defense through its Construction & Equipment T & IFO EQ office, indicating the scope supports defense infrastructure and equipment programs. Compliance with all cybersecurity standards is mandatory, and failure to meet reporting or control requirements may result in contract non-compliance and potential penalties.