Cybersecurity Compliance and CMMC Self-Assessment Support

The contract seeks a subcontractor to provide cybersecurity compliance support to a prime contractor aiming to achieve CMMC Level 2 and NIST SP 800-171 compliance for the handling of controlled unclassified information within the defense supply chain. The work involves conducting a self-assessment of current cybersecurity practices, identifying gaps against required controls, and delivering actionable guidance to meet the standards necessary for CMMC Level 2 certification. This effort is critical to ensuring the prime contractor can legally and securely process, store, and transmit sensitive defense-related data in accordance with federal mandates. The opportunity is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541512, indicating it pertains to computer systems design and related services. It was posted on May 8, 2026, with a response deadline of May 13, 2026, signaling a tight turnaround for proposals. The contracting activity is tied to the Department of Defense through the Maritime Supply Chain organization, emphasizing the importance of securing information across naval and maritime defense networks. The place of performance and point of contact details are unspecified, suggesting the work may be performed remotely or at the prime contractor’s location, with deliverables centered on documentation, assessment reports, and compliance roadmap implementation rather than physical on-site presence.