Cybersecurity Compliance and CDI Management

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 security controls across all systems that handle Covered Defense Information, ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards for protected data. This includes establishing robust processes for identifying, logging, and reporting cybersecurity incidents in accordance with regulatory requirements, as well as ensuring that all subcontractors receiving Covered Defense Information are bound by equivalent security obligations through proper flow-down of requirements. The scope spans the full lifecycle of cybersecurity controls, from initial configuration and documentation to continuous monitoring, assessment, and remediation to maintain compliance under the Department of Defense’s stringent data protection protocols. The work is governed under a subcontract tied to the Defense Logistics Agency, with the North American Industry Classification System code 541330 indicating it relates to computer systems design and related services. Performance is expected to support DoD-wide cybersecurity objectives, with no specific geographic restriction on place of performance indicated. The solicitation, posted in July 2026, is part of an ongoing effort to safeguard sensitive defense information across the supply chain, requiring strict adherence to NIST guidelines and accountability for any data breaches or compliance failures.