Cybersecurity Assessment & NIST SP 800-171 Compliance

The contract requires the execution of a NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity assessment to evaluate compliance with federal standards for protecting controlled unclassified information, followed by the development of a comprehensive System Security Plan that outlines policies, procedures, and controls aligned with those requirements. The contractor must support remediation efforts to address identified gaps and achieve a scoring target of 110 under DFARS criteria, which is necessary to meet Department of Defense contractual obligations. All activities must be performed to ensure full adherence to the outlined security framework and demonstrate readiness for official compliance verification. The work is classified as a subcontract under the NAICS code 541611 for computer systems design services, and the performance location is designated as APO 96278-2069, indicating operations may involve overseas or military logistics environments. The solicitation was posted on May 13, 2026, with a firm response deadline of May 21, 2026, and is issued by the ASC Commodity Division under the Department of Defense, underscoring the mission-critical nature of the cybersecurity deliverables. The contractor must be prepared to deliver accurate documentation, timely remediation, and verified compliance outcomes to fulfill the contractual obligations without delay.