Cybersecurity Assessment Support for Subcontractors

The contract requires comprehensive cybersecurity support to ensure non-COTS subcontractors achieve NIST SP 800-171 compliance, focusing on guidance, assessment, documentation, and SPRS submission assistance. The effort centers on helping subcontractors navigate the technical and administrative demands of meeting federal cybersecurity standards without relying on commercial off-the-shelf solutions, emphasizing tailored support throughout the compliance lifecycle. This includes identifying gaps in current security controls, preparing required security documentation, and facilitating accurate and timely entry of compliance data into the Supplier Performance Risk System. The contract is issued under the Nuclear Reactor Program within the Department of Defense and is classified as a subcontract with a NAICS code of 541611, indicating it involves management, scientific, and technical consulting services. The solicitation was posted on July 21, 2026, with a hard deadline for responses on July 24, 2026, indicating a rapid turnaround is expected. Performance is required at the FPO location with ZIP code 09520, which typically denotes military post office addresses, suggesting the work may be tied to sensitive or deployed operations. The urgency of the timeline and the specificity of the compliance requirements signal a critical need to secure the supply chain against cyber threats in a high-risk defense environment.