Cybersecurity and NIST SP 800-171 Compliance Support

The contract requires comprehensive cybersecurity support to ensure full compliance with NIST Special Publication 800-171 for the protection of covered contractor information systems. This includes implementing all required security controls, conducting a thorough system assessment to verify adherence, and maintaining accurate documentation that demonstrates compliance with the National Institute of Standards and Technology guidelines. The work must align with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses governing the safeguarding of controlled unclassified information within non-federal systems. The subcontract is issued under the NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services and is managed by the Department of Defense through the Maritime Supply Chain organization. Proposals must be submitted by August 6, 2026, and the performance location remains unspecified. The contract emphasizes operational readiness and regulatory alignment, requiring the contractor to validate that all technical, administrative, and physical safeguards are properly documented and maintained to meet federal cybersecurity standards for defense-related information.