Cybersecurity & NIST SP 800-171 Compliance Support

The contract requires comprehensive implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity controls to protect controlled unclassified information within the contractor’s systems. This includes establishing, documenting, and enforcing security practices aligned with the 110 controls outlined in the standard, covering areas such as access control, audit, configuration management, identification and authentication, and incident response. The contractor must also fully comply with DFARS 252.204-7012, ensuring timely reporting of cyber incidents to the Department of Defense and accurately documenting actions taken in response to breaches or suspected compromises. All activities must be performed as a subcontract under the Defense Logistics Agency, with performance tied to Department of Defense requirements. The NAICS code 541512 indicates the work falls under computer systems design services, emphasizing technical expertise in cybersecurity implementation rather than hardware or general IT support. The contract mandates continuous monitoring, documentation, and readiness for DoD audits, with compliance being a critical condition of performance. Maintenance efforts must be sustained throughout the contract duration to ensure ongoing adherence to evolving NIST and DFARS mandates without interruption or lapse.