Cybersecurity and NIST SP 800-171 Compliance Support

The contract seeks specialized advisory services to implement NIST SP 800-171 security controls and establish compliance with cyber incident reporting requirements under DFARS 252.204-7012 for covered defense information. The work focuses on guiding the contractor through the full lifecycle of cybersecurity posture enhancement, including assessment, remediation, documentation, and ongoing management of controls designed to protect controlled unclassified information. The services must ensure alignment with federal standards and timely reporting of cybersecurity incidents as mandated by the Department of Defense. This is a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses certified by the SBA are eligible to respond. The North American Industry Classification System code is 541512, indicating the work falls under computer systems design and related services. The solicitation was posted on July 22, 2026, with responses due by July 27, 2026, and the performance location is tied to the ASC Commodities Division within the Department of Defense. The contract is managed through the DIBBS system and requires expertise in defense cybersecurity frameworks with a strong emphasis on practical implementation and regulatory adherence.