Cybersecurity Assessment & SPRS Support

The contract involves conducting or validating Basic Assessments based on the NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity framework, with a focus on ensuring compliance within the supply chain. Key responsibilities include submitting assessment results to the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS), verifying subcontractor adherence to required cybersecurity standards, and providing support for rebuttals if any discrepancies or challenges arise. This effort supports the Department of Defense, specifically through the DLA Maritime office in Portsmouth, with performance located in Kittery. The contract is a subcontract opportunity under NAICS code 541512, which relates to computer systems design services. The solicitation was posted in June 2026, with a response deadline set for later that month. The work centers on enhancing cybersecurity validation practices for defense contractors and subcontractors, ensuring that all parties meet necessary compliance requirements to protect sensitive information. The overall goal is to strengthen defense supply chain security through rigorous assessment and reporting processes.