Cybersecurity & NIST SP 800-171 Compliance Support

The contract requires support for ensuring subcontractors handling controlled unclassified information achieve and maintain compliance with NIST SP 800-171 security requirements. This includes conducting thorough assessments of subcontractor systems and practices to verify alignment with the specified cybersecurity controls, as well as preparing and submitting necessary documentation through the Supplier Performance Risk System for reporting and tracking purposes. The work is critical to safeguarding sensitive information within the Department of Defense supply chain and is performed under the authority of the Defense Logistics Agency. All activities must be executed in accordance with federal cybersecurity standards, with a focus on accurate documentation, timely reporting, and ongoing monitoring of subcontractor compliance post-assessment. The effort supports broader DoD initiatives to strengthen supply chain security by enforcing consistent implementation of NIST SP 800-171 across all tiers of subcontractors. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541512 and is administered through the DLA procurement system, with performance expected to align with federal mandate timelines and compliance benchmarks.